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6.7
/10
321 Ratings

THE NIGHTMARE

Der Nachtmahr

Directed by Akiz
Germany, 2015
Horror, Mystery, Drama
  • 9292 minutes

Synopsis

Tina is a 16-year-old girl. After a massive party one evening, she begins experiencing nightmares in which she is haunted by an unusual creature. As reality and dreams collide, Tina finds herself befriending the monster and forging a relationship that will change the lives of everyone around her.

Synopsis

Tina is a 16-year-old girl. After a massive party one evening, she begins experiencing nightmares in which she is haunted by an unusual creature. As reality and dreams collide, Tina finds herself befriending the monster and forging a relationship that will change the lives of everyone around her.

Our take

With confident style and an impressive soundtrack, The Nightmare takes us on a rollercoaster ride through the loud, vibrant, and energetic nightscapes of underground Berlin. In this impactful horror film, director Akiz delivers a deep exploration of issues of mental health and teenage anxiety.