The Silent Forest

Anja Grimm returns to a remote forested region in the Upper Palatinate as an intern to collect soil samples. This is the same area where her father vanished without a trace when she was eight years old. During her work, she discovers unusual irregularities in the ground. Shortly after her arrival, a violent murder takes place, leading Anja to believe the killer may have information regarding her father's disappearance. As she investigates the strange soil composition and the crime, she faces hostility from local villagers and a reserved response from the police.

The film was directed by Saralisa Volm, marking the first of two credited works in her career. The screenplay was written by Wolfram Fleischhauer, and the movie was produced by Saralisa Volm and Ingo Fliess. The main cast features Henriette Confurius in the role of Anja Grimm, alongside Robert Stadlober, Noah Saavedra, August Zirner, Johanna Bittenbinder, and Christoph Jungmann.

Released in 2022, this German production combines elements of crime, drama, mystery, and thriller. It has received a moderate response from viewers, holding a rating of 5.6/10 on IMDb based on 814 votes and a 5.7/10 on TMDB from 51 votes.