The Devil and Ms. "D" (Der Grosse Bagarozy)

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For a plot that could arguably be boiled down to "boy meets girl," The Devil and Ms. "D" is a stunningly original and dazzlingly visual journey that will hold you on the edge of your seat for the duration of the movie. Part man, part poodle and all devil, Stanislaus Nagy visits Cora, a beautiful psychiatrist. In a bizarre episode, Nagy tells Cora he's The Devil, crawls around Cora's legs under her desk and his eyes turn green. Surprisingly unalarmed by the behavior, Cora finds Nagy irresistibly attractive, partly because she's in a boring relationship; yet, perhaps, there are more supernatural forces at work. Although the stated purpose of their relationship is doctor and patient, working towards a cure the relationship quickly becomes transformed. Til Schweiger is riveting as Nagy. His witty dialogue is perfectly delivered, and each small mannerism adds to his character. He seduces, toys, aches and terrifies with natural ease. Opposite his subtle perfection is Corinna Harfouch as Cora. Her insatiable curiosity shines through even in her most cynical moments. Her concerns and daydreams seem equally probable. Director Bernd Eichinger romps through time and transformations as easily as his characters romp through the streets of Germany. Twisting complex stories together, Eichinger makes everything easily believable. It all seems not just possible, but insistently true. The divine cinematic trinity of full characters, enchanting story and beautiful camera work makes for a fun, playful and spooky movie. Reviewed by Noemi Margaret