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Why Does Herr R. Run Amok?

Fassbinder's fifth feature film employs a documentary-like style and is a slow-burner that leads to a devastating conclusion in much the same way as Chantal Akerman's Jeanne Dielman. Kurt Raab in the title role delivers an unnerving performance as the white collar worker who goes on a murderous rampage after reaching his breaking point. Arguably one of Herr Fassbinder's most powerful, disturbing and original films...