Horror   Germany

"Schramm" is a German horror film released in 1993. The movie follows the life of Lothar Schramm, a disturbed and socially awkward taxi driver who leads a double life as a deranged serial killer.

The film is presented in a nonlinear narrative, exploring different aspects of Schramm's twisted existence. It delves into his daily routine as a taxi driver, where he interacts with various strangers who hail his cab. On the surface, he appears to be a polite and friendly individual, but beneath this facade lies a deeply disturbed mind.

Schramm's troubled relationship with women is a central theme in the movie. He struggles to connect with them in a normal way due to his shyness and social ineptitude. Instead, he resorts to drugging his female passengers, capturing their vulnerability through photography, and gratifying himself sexually through these images.

As the story progresses, Schramm's obsession with death and violence intensifies. He becomes increasingly unhinged, actively seeking out victims to brutally murder. The movie explores his inner turmoil, a complex blend of sadomasochistic desires, sexual frustration, and a deep-rooted loneliness.

Interwoven with intense, graphic scenes of violence and depravity, "Schramm" delves into the psychology of a deranged mind. It offers a disturbing portrayal of a man consumed by his darkest urges, struggling to suppress his violent fantasies while living among unsuspecting neighbors and going about his seemingly normal life as a taxi driver.

The film's atmospheric cinematography and unsettling portrayal of Schramm's descent into madness contribute to its reputation as a disturbing and thought-provoking piece of psychological horror.
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