In the Mind of the Kidnapper - A Kidnapper's Twisted Game Tests a Forensic Psychologist in New Austrian Thriller
A new crime thriller, Salzburg Crime: Hanging by a Thread, has premiered in Austria on ServusTV. The film follows forensic psychologist Thomas Meiberger as he races to stop a kidnapper targeting psychology professionals. The case hits close to home, with Meiberger himself potentially the next victim.
The story begins with Meiberger starting a teaching role at the University of Salzburg. His personal life is complicated—he's secretly involved with the dean, and his son is one of his students, creating tension. Meanwhile, a kidnapper with a deep hatred for psychology professionals begins abducting victims, leaving behind eerie marionettes resembling each one.
Meiberger receives a chilling call from the kidnapper, who warns of more victims and cryptically says, 'all in good time.' The abductor believes society is broken, not him, and his grudge fuels the crimes. With no clear link between the kidnapped psychology professionals, the investigation becomes a desperate race against time.
This film is a sequel to the three-season series Meiberger – Inside the Killer's Mind. Its success could decide whether ServusTV and ARD continue their collaboration for future projects.
The thriller keeps viewers on edge as Meiberger battles to save the remaining victims. The outcome of the film may also shape the future of the ServusTV/ARD partnership. For now, audiences can watch the tense investigation unfold in Salzburg Crime: Hanging by a Thread.
