Money. Murder. Zurich.: Borchert's case 2016

Overview

Money. Murder. Zurich.: Borchert's case is a 2016 production featuring attorney Thomas Borchert. Following his time working abroad, Borchert makes a surprise return to his hometown of Zurich. He initially seeks to distance himself from his past by staying in a trailer on his family estate, hoping to escape the reach of German authorities. His return follows his summary dismissal from the FonSonic Group due to a bribery scandal involving operations in South America. While two of his colleagues were also implicated in the company's dealings, one committed suicide and the other went into hiding, leaving Borchert to face accusations as the sole scapegoat. Although he is prepared to accept responsibility for his own actions, he finds himself embroiled in high-stakes legal situations. The cast includes Christian Kohlund, Robert Hunger-Bühler, Ina Paule Klink, and Susi Banzhaf. The film is associated with the Money. Murder. Zurich. television mini-series which began in 2016. Additional accounts suggest Borchert later faces charges of embezzlement and bribery while in custody, where he rejects advice to accept blame.