You can't really have anything against thrillers/action movies with a simple and straightforward premise. Especially not when they are, like "Abwärts", realistic and dealing with topics that are also the worst nightmare of half of the earth's population. People with severe claustrophobia beware, as much of the film takes place in a very narrow and bleak elevator cabin where four very diverse persons get trapped in on a Friday night. Partially psychological character study, but primarily nail-biting suspense thriller, "Abwärts" guarantees 90 minutes of uncompromising action footage, solid performances, and a good climax. The sound and sight of snapping cables, fraying wires, and creaking elevator doors are truly uncanny.
