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Hidden Reserves (2016)
Director: Valentin Hitz
Cast: Clemens Schick, Lena Lauzemis, Daniel Olbrychski, Marion Mitterhammer
Runtime96 min
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The insurance salesman Vincent Baumann, a cold-blooded careerist and minion of a merciless system, becomes a victim of the very corporations he is representing. Degraded to a henchman he grimly struggles to get back on the job market. He fights to climb the social ladder. In the process he realizes that there are other values than income and success. He decides against his previous ideology and for another human being, for Lisa Sokulowa. They don’t have a future. But they celebrate a small triumph against the dominance of the ruling system.
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Hidden Reserves, a 2016 drama/sci-fi film directed by Valentin Hitz, has received little critical attention, with no significant awards recognition. However, its IMDb rating of 6.5/10 suggests it has a moderately positive reception from audiences.
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Hidden Reserves, the 2016 drama directed by Valentin Hitz, offers a compelling exploration of the human toll of corporate greed. Through the lens of lead actor Clemens Schick's nuanced performance, the film examines how the pursuit of wealth and status can dehumanize individuals, leading them to question their own moral compass. Fans of thought-provoking science fiction with a grounded, character-driven approach will find much to appreciate in this unique blend of genres.