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Darkroom 2019

★ 5.419 votes89 min📅 2019-06-08

In *Darkroom* (2019), director Rosa von Praunheim crafts a tense Berlin-set drama where happiness hides a secret. Lars, a compassionate nurse from Saarbrücken, relocates to the vibrant capital with his partner Roland, eager to start a new life together.

Director: Rosa von Praunheim

Cast

Božidar Kocevski
Božidar Kocevski
Lars
Heiner Bomhard
Roland
Katy Karrenbauer
Katy Karrenbauer
Staatsanwältin
Bardo Böhlefeld
Bardo Böhlefeld
Bastian
Julia Blankenburg
Anna
Oliver Sechting
Oliver Sechting
Janina Elkin
Janina Elkin
Christiane Ziehl
Christiane Ziehl
Lucas Rennebach
Christian Dieterle
Christian Dieterle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Darkroom (2019) about?

The film follows Lars, a caring nurse who moves to Berlin with his partner Roland, hoping to build a new life. But as Lars explores the city's nightlife, he becomes entangled in a dangerous experiment with a poisonous substance, threatening both his relationship and his future.

Who directed Darkroom?

Rosa von Praunheim, the acclaimed German filmmaker known for his bold and unconventional narratives, directed *Darkroom*.

Who stars in Darkroom?

The film features Božidar Kocevski as Lars, Heiner Bomhard as Roland, Katy Karrenbauer, Bardo Böhlefeld, and Julia Blankenburg in key roles.

Is Darkroom (2019) worth watching?

While *Darkroom* hasn't been rated on IMDb, its blend of drama and crime, coupled with von Praunheim's distinctive direction, makes it a compelling watch for fans of psychological tension and unconventional storytelling. Just be prepared for a slow-burn narrative with a darkly satisfying edge.

How long is Darkroom?

The film runs for 89 minutes.

About Darkroom (2019) — A Berlin Romance with a Lethal Twist

In *Darkroom* (2019), director Rosa von Praunheim crafts a tense Berlin-set drama where happiness hides a secret. Lars, a compassionate nurse from Saarbrücken, relocates to the vibrant capital with his partner Roland, eager to start a new life together. As they transform a run-down apartment into a home, Lars's nights out in the city's underground scene take a dark turn. What begins as innocent exploration spirals into a chilling experiment with a lethal substance—one that threatens to unravel their fragile happiness and expose the shadows beneath their facade.

Von Praunheim, known for his provocative storytelling, blends crime and drama to explore themes of deception, desire, and the masks we wear in relationships. With a moody Berlin backdrop and a pace that keeps you on edge, *Darkroom* lingers as a cautionary tale about the dangers of hidden obsessions and the fine line between curiosity and destruction.