
The Universal Theory
Directed by Timm Kröger
Produced by ZDF/Arte, ma.ja.de. Fiction
A cerebral, paranoia-soaked mystery that weaves physics, multiverse theory, and noir atmosphere into an ambiguous puzzle set against an Alpine backdrop.
Johannes, a doctor of physics, travels with his doctoral supervisor to a scientific congress in the Alps. A series of mysterious incidents occur on site. He meets Karin, a mysterious jazz pianist who seems to know more about him than she can know. Suddenly, mysterious deaths begin to pile up and Johannes tries to uncover the secret under the mountain.
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Questions people ask
Is The Universal Theory scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.
Does The Universal Theory end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is The Universal Theory sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Is The Universal Theory easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is The Universal Theory violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.
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Like The Universal Theory
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Universal Theory
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Universal Theory, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Universal Theory, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Universal Theory, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































