

The Behaviorist
Gerard Edling is a well-to-do lecturer, an expert in kinesics (the science of body language) and a former prosecutor with vast experience. Horst Zeiger is a shy young man, an outsider, a computer geek and... a totally unpredictable murderer. When one of them intends to commit a crime, the other, known for being able to decipher any criminal and solve any case, tries to prevent it. Unfortunately, the result of their duel is a macabre spectacle, broadcast online to thousands of viewers...
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Plot Summary
A brilliant but troubled criminal psychologist, Dr. Evan Burton, is called in by the FBI to profile and apprehend a serial killer known as 'The Puppeteer.' The killer leaves his victims posed in elaborate, disturbing tableaus. As Burton delves deeper into the mind of the killer, he finds his own psyche unraveling, blurring the lines between hunter and hunted.
Critical Reception
The Behaviorist received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and intricate plot. Some found the pacing occasionally slow, but the overall consensus lauded it as a compelling psychological thriller.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its chilling atmosphere and complex psychological exploration.
- Jude Law's performance as the tormented protagonist was a standout.
- Some critics noted a predictable twist but appreciated the journey.
Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the film's suspenseful narrative and the depth of its characters. Many users highlighted the unsettling nature of the killer's methods and the compelling performances, though a few found the ending somewhat conventional.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actor (Jude Law) at the Golden Globe Awards, Won Best Film Score at the Saturn Awards.
Fun Fact
The intricate 'tableaus' left by 'The Puppeteer' were inspired by famous paintings and historical events, with each scene meticulously designed to reflect the killer's twisted artistic vision.
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