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Critic Philip Wilding
rated 8

A haunting portrayal of people who are neither completely innocent nor wholly evil, and the terrible price of killing...

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Critic Scott Tobias
rated 8

Herzog’s goal isn’t to convince an appeals board to reopen the case—if it is, he’s failed utterly—but to understand the death penalty from every angle, satisfying another curiosity in a career compelled by them.

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Critic Bjørn Andersen
rated 8

...et smukt og nænsomt indblik i menneskelig natur og hvordan en tragisk forbrydelse kan påvirke os.

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Into the Abyss is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the complexities of human nature and the US justice system. The film follows the stories of two young men, Michael Perry and Jason Burkett, who were convicted of a triple murder in Texas and sentence to death and life in prison, respectively. Through interviews with the prisoners, their families, and law enforcement, director Werner Herzog explores the devastating effects of crime and punishment on all involved. With a focus on the lead up to Perry's execution, Herzog raises questions about morality, guilt, and redemption, inviting viewers to reflect on their own beliefs and values.

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Into the Abyss was released in theaters on November 11, 2011.