(original German title: Blutholz ) is a 2023 German-Romanian thriller film directed by Torsten C. Fischer . Released in France on January 12, 2023, via ARTE, it is often described as an "eco-thriller" that combines personal drama with the political realities of modern-day Romania. Plot Overview
: He reunites with Silvia Dancu , a childhood friend turned prosecutor with her own political ambitions, which further complicates the case. Key Details & Cast Release Date : January 12, 2023 (France/ARTE). Runtime : 1 hour 34 minutes. Main Cast : Joachim Król as Hans Schüssler. Désirée Nosbusch as Silvia Dancu. Alina Levshin as Katja Schöne. Du sang sur la forГЄt FRENCH WEBRIP 1080p 2023
: His return triggers ghosts and traumas from his youth, including his past interactions with the Romanian secret police. (original German title: Blutholz ) is a 2023
Reviewers from IMDb and SensCritique highlight the film's "noir" atmosphere and its use of local folklore elements, such as the Bear Dance. While the acting—particularly by Joachim Król—is widely praised, some critics noted pacing issues and language inconsistencies in the bilingual (German/Romanian) production. Du sang sur la forêt - Prime Video Plot Overview : He reunites with Silvia Dancu
: Primarily shot in Brașov , Romania, utilizing the atmospheric Carpathian mountain landscapes. Critical Reception
: The investigation reveals a dangerous web of corruption linked to the overexploitation of European forests.
The story follows , an ex-military investigator specialized in hostage negotiations who left communist Romania for West Germany in the 1980s. He is hired by a German forestry company to return to his birthplace in Transylvania to investigate the disappearance of a site manager. Upon his return, Hans is forced to confront: