Abschlussbericht (Zárójelentés)

Professor Dr Ivan Stephanus is a brilliant cardiologist, a passionate doctor, and a staunch humanist. But when he is forced into retirement, he suddenly finds himself with nothing. Instead of resigning, he returns to his home village and takes over his father’s old practice. Afresh start – yet what awaits him there is anything but idyllic. Mistrust, gossip, corruption, and political power games dominate village life. Stephanus’ unwavering belief in humanity and justice comes under increasing pressure. As dark secrets from his past threaten to come to light, his commitment to his patients turns into a dangerous battle for his own integrity. With great intensity and a keen sense of human contradictions, Oscar-winning director István Szabó paints a portrait of a man who refuses to abandon his ideals. To this end, he is collaborating once again – for the first time in 30 years – with Klaus Maria Brandauer, who previously starred in his films MEPHISTO, COLONEL REDL, and HANUSSEN. Carried by Brandauer’s commanding presence, FINAL REPORT explores dignity, conscience, and the question of how much courage it takes to stand up for what is right when the world has long since adopted different rules.