Marc Schrader, a rookie cop caught red-handed with drugs in a police raid of an illegal rave, joins a homicide investigation conducted by Chief Inspector Minks. The victim is a naked young woman with the skin stripped off her back, killed as she staggered into traffic. As Schrader and Minks investigate the murder, the case is complicated by a finger found in the stomach of the victim. Forensic examination proves the finger belongs to Nobert Günzel, who was previously convicted of rape and assault. The police raid Günzel’s residence, and discover a blood-stained table with restraints and bits of human flesh in his basement. They also find video equipment and preserved, tattooed skin from the victim’s back. Soon, they found dead bodies buried in the garden. Günzel then goes missing.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →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: Robert Schwentke
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.
August Diehl
Marc Schrader
Christian Redl
Minks
Nadeshda Brennicke
Maya Kroner
Johan Leysen
Frank Schoubya
Ilknur Bahadir
Meltem
Joe Bausch
Günzel
Fatih Cevikkollu
Dix
Florian Panzner
Poscher
Jasmin Schwiers
Marie Minks
Gustav Peter Wöhler
Scheck
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