In the Fade

In the Fade

Directed by Fatih Akin

Produced by Bombero International, Warner Bros. Film Productions Germany

2017106 min6.9 / 10

A devastating portrait of grief and rage following a terrorist attack, where a mother's pursuit of justice becomes a descent into moral ambiguity and personal destruction.

Katja's life collapses after the deaths of her husband and son in a bomb attack. After a time of mourning and injustice, Katja seeks revenge.

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  • Is In the Fade sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of films.

  • Does In the Fade end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.

  • Is In the Fade scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.

  • Is In the Fade easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.

  • Is In the Fade violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.

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43/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

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Rarity30

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise37

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love65

How much audiences actually like it

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Like In the Fade

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as In the Fade

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like In the Fade, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like In the Fade, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like In the Fade, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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