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A City Is Blackmailed 2007

★ 5.68 votes90 min📅 2007-02-23

In *A City Is Blackmailed* (2007), director Dominik Graf crafts a tense crime thriller where a seemingly quiet village wields an unexpected weapon against Leipzig—a scandal threatening to engulf the city.

Director: Dominik Graf

Cast

Uwe Kockisch
Uwe Kockisch
Dietrich Kalinke
Mišel Matičević
Mišel Matičević
Ronny Banderes
Julia Blankenburg
Maria Rogalla
Thomas Neumann
Thomas Neumann
Günter Naumann
Hubertus Hartmann
Hubertus Hartmann
Senior Prosecutor
Arved Birnbaum
Arved Birnbaum
Squad Leader
Petra Kleinert
Petra Kleinert
Mrs. Steiner
Yevgeni Sitokhin
Yevgeni Sitokhin
Andrej Dobrovskij
Maxim Kovalevski
Maxim Kovalevski
Juri Gribow
Oona von Maydell
Oona von Maydell
Rebecca Rössler

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A City Is Blackmailed (2007) about?

A small village outside Leipzig uncovers a scandal that could devastate the city, turning the tables by blackmailing its officials to expose the truth. The film follows this moral chess match, where every move risks escalating into chaos.

Who directed A City Is Blackmailed?

Dominik Graf, an acclaimed German filmmaker known for his meticulous crime dramas and character-driven storytelling, helmed *A City Is Blackmailed*.

Who stars in A City Is Blackmailed?

The film features Uwe Kockisch, Mišel Matičević, Julia Blankenburg, Thomas Neumann, and Hubertus Hartmann in key roles.

Is A City Is Blackmailed (2007) worth watching?

For fans of crime thrillers with layered narratives, *A City Is Blackmailed* offers a gripping, atmospheric experience. While IMDb remains unrated, its blend of suspense and social commentary makes it a compelling watch for those who appreciate European noir-style storytelling.

How long is A City Is Blackmailed?

The film runs for 90 minutes, a tight runtime that keeps the tension relentless from start to finish.

About A City Is Blackmailed (2007) — Crime Thriller Where a Village Holds a City Hostage

In *A City Is Blackmailed* (2007), director Dominik Graf crafts a tense crime thriller where a seemingly quiet village wields an unexpected weapon against Leipzig—a scandal threatening to engulf the city. This high-stakes drama blends moral ambiguity with urban noir atmosphere, as blackmail becomes the villagers' tool to expose corruption. The film's gritty visuals and deliberate pacing amplify the unease, probing the fine line between justice and extortion. Starring Uwe Kockisch and Mišel Matičević, the cast delivers performances steeped in tension, embodying characters caught between desperation and defiance. With its sharp critique of power dynamics, *A City Is Blackmailed* transcends a simple crime narrative, evolving into a thought-provoking exploration of societal leverage and collective retaliation.