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Peitruss

Peitruss (2019)

Oct 23, 2019 1h 32m Crime Drama Thriller

Since she’s started a passionate new relationship with the handsome and mysterious Joakim, life is smiling back at Lara again. Her marriage to detective Toni is but a distant memory. But when he accuses Joakim of having committed a series of unsolved murders in Luxembourg City’s Peitruss Valley, Lara’s world is thrown upside down. While trying to prove his innocence, she starts to wonder how well she really knows the one she loves.

Directed by Max Jacoby

Cast

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Crew

Director
  • Max Jacoby
Producer
  • Jani Thiltges

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Peitruss examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Max Jacoby brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Peitruss took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
  • The costume department created over 437 unique costume pieces for the production.

Historical Context

  • In 2019, when this film is released:
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: October 23, 2019
  • Runtime: 1h 32m

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