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The Castle

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1997 · 123 min Drama Mystery
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

When land surveyor K arrives at a small village that houses a castle, local authorities refuse to allow him to enter. As he tries to convince the officials that they sent for him, they clamp down with increasingly complicated bureaucratic obstacles.

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Original Title Das Schloß
Year 1997
Country Germany, Austria, France
Genre Drama, Mystery
Director Michael Haneke
Runtime 123 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (65 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Michael Haneke

— MovieFinder Editorial

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