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Ekstra Medium
Ekstra Medium (Extra Medium) is a South African, Afrikaans-language comedy-drama television series about a man in his thirties who finds himself at a crossroads, which forces him to take stock of himself and his life.
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Plot Summary
A struggling actor named Elias, who feels overlooked and undervalued, discovers he has a latent talent for communicating with the deceased. Embracing this newfound ability, he begins to use it to his advantage, attempting to revive his career by connecting with ghosts for his acting roles. However, his supernatural endeavors soon lead him into increasingly bizarre and complicated situations.
Critical Reception
Ekstra Medium received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique premise and the performances of its cast, particularly Rasmus Bjerg. Some found the blend of comedy and drama to be effective, while others felt the execution could have been more consistent.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its original concept and dark humor.
Rasmus Bjerg's performance is a standout, capturing the film's comedic and dramatic tones.
Some found the narrative arc to be a bit uneven.
Google audience: Audience reception data for Ekstra Medium is not readily available through typical Google review aggregations.
Fun Fact
The film is Danish and was released during a period when many international films were navigating distribution challenges due to global events.
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