# The Deathmaker (1995)

> A severe German interrogation drama confronts the psychology and criminal responsibility of serial killer Fritz Haarmann.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/980

## Facts

- Runtime: 110 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Romuald Karmakar
- Cast: Götz George, Jürgen Hentsch, Hans-Michael Rehberg, Pierre Franckh, Matthias Fuchs, Marek Harloff, Christian Honhold
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114704/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: extreme
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: oppressive, disturbing, austere, serious film night, true crime viewing

## Synopsis

A chilling exploration of the mind of a notorious killer unfolds in this gripping drama.

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