- “Mr. Nobody” (2009): Directed by Jaco Van Dormael and starring Jared Leto, this film takes place in a futuristic version of Luxembourg and explores themes of free will and the nature of choice.
- “Immenhof – The Adventure of a Summer” (2019): This family-friendly film is set in Luxembourg and follows the story of three sisters who work to save their family’s horse farm from being sold.
- “Bye Bye Germany” (2017): This historical drama, set in post-World War II Luxembourg, revolves around a group of Jewish salesmen who attempt to make money by selling linens while dealing with their own haunted pasts.
- “Night Train to Lisbon” (2013): Based on the novel by Pascal Mercier, this film follows a Swiss professor as he embarks on a mysterious journey to uncover the truth about a Portuguese author and finds himself delving into his own self-discovery.
- “The Devil’s Arithmetic” (1999): This TV movie, set partially in Luxembourg, tells the story of a teenage girl who is transported back in time to a Jewish ghetto during the Holocaust and learns the importance of remembering history.
- “The Expats” by Chris Pavone: This thrilling espionage novel follows Kate Moore, an American ex-CIA agent who moves to Luxembourg with her husband. As Kate unravels a web of deceit, the author paints a vivid picture of the city and its surroundings.
- “The Poisoner” by Linda Stratmann: Set in the late 19th century, this historical crime novel revolves around the infamous Marie Besnard, known as the “Queen of Poisoners.” While the story primarily takes place in France, it delves into her time in Luxembourg as well.
- “City of Ghosts” by Victoria Schwab: This young adult paranormal fantasy novel features Luxembourg City as a backdrop. The story follows Cassidy Blake, who can communicate with ghosts, as she explores the haunted sites of the city while unraveling a dark mystery.
- “The Mystery of the Third Lu-Cippe” by Harry Mathews: In this unconventional mystery novel, the author uses Luxembourg as a setting for the intricate puzzles and wordplay that constitute the narrative. The book offers a whimsical and intellectual exploration of the city.
- “Fire Sale” by Sara Paretsky: While not entirely set in Luxembourg, this crime novel features a subplot involving international money laundering linked to the country. V.I. Warshawski, the private detective protagonist, uncovers a scandal with far-reaching consequences.
WANDERLIST: Luxembourg in books and on film
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