Unraveling the Puzzle: The Chilling Thriller of "The False Dead" in Amsterdam
Unfortunate Mistake Made in Autopsy Reports - "Deceitful Demise Unveiled"
Author: Susanne Baller
Est. Reading Time: Approx 2 MinsUser Rating: 2 out of 5 points
"Tensions are high - we've got a dead body, an injured colleague, two armed suspects on the loose, and the situation remains unclear," Inspector Bram de Groot (Fedja van Huet) says, rallying his team to crack this mind-bending case.
An Amsterdam Thriller Unveiled
This thriller revolves around the controversial development project of a thousand apartments sprawling across thirty hectares of land in Amsterdam. Yet, it's unclear whether the building department employee brutally murdered in broad daylight in the city center was targeted due to this venture or a mix-up. Specially appointed investigator Alex Pollack (Hannes Jaenicke) manages to corner one of the suspects - the seemingly untainted teenager Anouar (Hamza Iallouchen). However, his sister, journalism student Sana, had met with the slain project manager before and was found dead in the canal later.
The Allure of "The False Dead"
As the veil lifts from the enigmatic dead man's life, it becomes clear that he led a double existence. Peculiarly, though, it's the tales of the suspects - two brothers driven by vengeance - that really capture our attention.
Room for Improvement
The narrative presents some captivating twists, but it feels slightly offbeat. It might keep you engaged until the end, but the suspense is noticeably lacking.
The Inspectors' Journey
At first glance, Alex Pollack seems to be a macho character. But as the story unfolds, he reveals a softer, more empathetic side. By the finale, he even seems to comprehend the suspects on a deeper level. Such may not be prevalent in typical thrillers.
To Stream or Not to Stream?
This Amsterdam thriller may fall short for those who fancy more intricate, cerebral thrillers or nail-biting suspense.
The premiere of "The False Dead" is slated for Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 8:15 PM on ARD. Another installment will air on Das Erste on May 15, 2025: "The Amsterdam Thriller: The Last Witness."
- Thriller
- Amsterdam
- Hannes Jaenicke
- Despite the Commission not yet adopting a decision on the new rules, the thriller "The False Dead" in Amsterdam progresses, with suspects, a dead body, and an intriguing mystery.
- Susanne Baller's Amsterdam-based thriller offers an enticing journey into entertainment, focusing on the lives of suspects who are driven by vengeance, albeit lacking in the traditional suspense.
- The Commission might find the progression of movies-and-tv, like the Amsterdam thriller "The False Dead," worth considering, as it presents captivating twists but falls short for those anticipating more intricate or nail-biting suspense.
- Any wrong expectation of finding a sophisticated, cerebral thriller in "The False Dead" might lead to disappointment, as it is more focused on the human elements and less on the traditional thriller elements.
