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Headhunters (2011)

Headhunters (2011)
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A man living on both sides of the law is caught in a dangerous game in this thriller from Norwegian director Morten Tyldum. Roger Brown (Aksel Hennie) makes his living as a corporate recruiter, finding talented people who work for other companies and making them lucrative offers to join the firm currently signing his paychecks. Roger's work brings with it a handsome salary, but he suffers crushing insecurity when it comes to his beautiful wife Diana (Synnove Macody Lund), and he constantly showers her with expensive gifts in hopes of staying on her good side. Between Diana's expectations and the equally expensive tastes of Roger's mistress Lotte (Julie R. Olgaard), Roger needs cash, so he's taken on a high-paying second job -- stealing rare works of art. Roger is just good enough and smart enough to know that he'll get caught eventually, and when he learns of a man with an authentic Rubens, he hopes to make one last score that will keep him well-set for a long time. But Roger soon finds out there's a catch -- the man with the painting is also someone he's supposed to recruit for a client, and he's clearly a few steps ahead of Roger. Hodejegerne (aka Headhunters) was an official selection at the 2011 Toronto International Film Festival. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Director(s):
Morten Tyldum
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
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Synopsis of Headhunters

A man living on both sides of the law is caught in a dangerous game in this thriller from Norwegian director Morten Tyldum. Roger Brown (Aksel Hennie) makes his living as a corporate recruiter, finding talented people who work for other companies and making them lucrative offers to join the firm currently signing his paychecks. Roger's work brings with it a handsome salary, but he suffers crushing insecurity when it comes to his beautiful wife Diana (Synnove Macody Lund), and he constantly showers her with expensive gifts in hopes of staying on her good side. Between Diana's expectations and the equally expensive tastes of Roger's mistress Lotte (Julie R. Olgaard), Roger needs cash, so he's taken on a high-paying second job -- stealing rare works of art. Roger is just good enough and smart enough to know that he'll get caught eventually, and when he learns of a man with an authentic Rubens, he hopes to make one last score that will keep him well-set for a long time. But Roger soon finds out there's a catch -- the man with the painting is also someone he's supposed to recruit for a client, and he's clearly a few steps ahead of Roger. Hodejegerne (aka Headhunters) was an official selection at the 2011 Toronto International Film Festival. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
100 mins
Director(s):
Morten Tyldum
Writer(s):
Jo NesboLars GudmestadUlf Ryberg
Producer(s):
Asle VatnMariannne Gray
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Sexual Situations, Graphic Violence, Nudity)
Categories:
Mystery & SuspenseForeign
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    Chris B.

    SEE THIS MOVIE! I repeat SEE THIS MOVIE! It's a fantastic thriller. Do not ruin it for yourself by watching it dubbed. I have seen this 3 times already, and each time was better than the last. It's best not to know anything about the plot, but if you must read the synopsis then do so. Marky Mark is planning what will surely be an inferior remake. Just like Contraband was. So see this one first.

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    Carlos C.

    I rented this movie on demand at 3 am thinking that it was going to bore me and help me sleep. For the contrary, this movie was full of suspence, intrigue, twists, excitement, action and the story was amazing. The actors were great and the directing was superb. FIVE STARS to this film.

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    Stephen F.

    A foreign film that proves you don't need CGI special effects to make a great thriller. The movie relys on characters and plot. Let's hope if and when Hollywood remakes they do it right. If you don't like subtitles the DVD does include an English dubbed version.

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