Bang Bang Orangutang
Bang Bang Orangutang

Bang Bang Orangutang

2005Movie106 minSwedish

An overworked and stressed out man in the middle of his career causes the worst tragedy that can happen to a family...

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Simon StahoGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful advertising executive finds his meticulously crafted life unraveling when his wife suddenly leaves him. Isolated and consumed by despair, he embarks on a downward spiral, leading to increasingly erratic and destructive behavior. As he grapples with betrayal and his own demons, his actions push him towards a dangerous and uncertain precipice.

Critical Reception

Bang Bang Orangutang received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Mikael Persbrandt's intense performance and the film's unflinching portrayal of a man's psychological breakdown, others found the narrative bleak and the character's descent difficult to connect with. The film was noted for its dark tone and dramatic exploration of existential crisis and marital collapse.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Mikael Persbrandt's compelling performance as a man in crisis.
  • Criticized for its bleak and often unrelatable portrayal of psychological decay.
  • Noted for its atmospheric and dark exploration of modern male angst.

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Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Bang Bang Orangutang,' is derived from a song by the Swedish band Komeda.

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