Moscow Noir
Moscow Noir

Moscow Noir

2018TV ShowEnded1 SeasonSwedish

In turn-of-the-21st-century Moscow, an innocent trade plunges Swedish investment banker, Tom Blixen, into a battle with millionaires, politicians, oligarchs and their private armies.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Jonas GrimåsGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A Swedish financier, Johan, gets entangled in a dangerous web of crime and corruption in Moscow after accepting a lucrative but suspicious deal. As he delves deeper, he finds himself caught between powerful oligarchs and the Russian mafia. Johan must navigate treacherous betrayals and violent conflicts to survive and protect his reputation. The film explores the dark underbelly of post-Soviet Russia and the moral compromises made in pursuit of wealth and power.

Critical Reception

Moscow Noir received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and gritty portrayal of Moscow's criminal underworld, while others found the plot convoluted and the characters underdeveloped. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the thriller elements and others finding it slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark, atmospheric depiction of Moscow's criminal landscape.
  • Criticized for a plot that can feel overly complicated and underdeveloped characters.
  • Some found the thriller elements engaging, while others felt the pacing dragged.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse, but those available indicate a divided reception. Some viewers appreciated the gritty realism and suspenseful atmosphere, while others found the story difficult to follow and lacked compelling character arcs.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Moscow, aiming to capture an authentic and immersive portrayal of the city's atmosphere during the turbulent post-Soviet era.

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Henry_Staszak

Henry_Staszak

The action "Moscow Noir" takes place in Moscow in the 90s of the last century. Tom Blixen (in this role known, among others, from the series "Broen" by Adam Pålsson) is a Swedish investment banker. To improve his quotes in the company, he m...