Michael

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2011, Movie, 1h 36min

Although to the outside world he seems like the a perfectly normal insurance broker, Michael secretly keeps a 10-year-old boy, Wolfgang locked in a room in his soundproof basement.

Country: Austria,France

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6.9

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9.0

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Critic Damon Wise

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As horrifying and hard to watch as you'd expect a paedophile's-eye view of life to be.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Peter Bradshaw

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...not merely a chilling insight into the day-to-day banality of evil, but also an unbearably suspenseful and tense drama.

Read full review at The Guardian

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Michael is a powerful and thought-provoking drama that explores the complex and disturbing relationship between a middle-aged man and a young boy he holds captive in his basement. The film delves into themes of isolation, abuse, and the blurring of lines between imprisonment and fatherly love. With a quiet, unassuming existence, Michael's life is turned upside down when he takes the boy on a pleasure trip outside of town, leaving extra food for him while he's away. However, things take a dark turn when Michael attempts to abduct another boy, and the film builds towards a shocking climax that will leave audiences reeling. With outstanding performances and a haunting atmosphere, Michael is a must-see for fans of psychological dramas.

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