The Fourth State 2012
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Director
- Dennis Gansel
- Networks
- UFA Cinema, SevenPictures Film
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video
What is The Fourth State?
The Fourth State, also known by its German title Die vierte Macht, is a 2012 German psychological thriller film directed by Dennis Gansel. The film premiered in Germany on March 8, 2012.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 8, 2012
- Original language
- DE
- Origin
- Germany
- Studios
- UFA Cinema, SevenPictures Film
- Genres
- Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 57 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~115 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- UFA Cinema, SevenPictures Film
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The Fourth State, also known by its German title Die vierte Macht, is a 2012 German psychological thriller film directed by Dennis Gansel. The film premiered in Germany on March 8, 2012. Its working title during production was The Year of the Snake. The main cast features Moritz Bleibtreu, Kasia Smutniak, Max Riemelt, Rade Serbedzija, Mark Ivanir, and Isabella Vinet. The narrative follows a journalist who gets caught up in a terrorist plot in Moscow while investigating the Russian secret service. The feature has a runtime of one hour and fifty-five minutes. Dennis Gansel directed the project, which falls under the thriller genre. The film is available for viewing and reference on database platforms, where it is categorized as a thriller detailing events involving a journalist, a terrorist plot in Moscow, and the Russian secret service.
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“A gripping exploration of thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Fourth State worth watching?
The Fourth State holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 57 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Fourth State and when was it released?
The Fourth State is a feature film with a runtime of 115 minutes. It was released in 2012. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Fourth State?
The Fourth State was directed by Dennis Gansel.
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