Murder by the Book(2018)

Murder by the Book is a dark thriller set in Vienna where a delusional bestselling author becomes entangled in a serial killer's crimes. Madeleine Montana, a sharp-tongued cynic living in her own fantasy world, discovers that a murderer is recreating scenarios from her novels. As the killer strikes across the city, Madeleine must confront the blurred line between her fictional imagination and brutal reality. Her fractured relationship with her son Oliver deepens the tension as she grapples with guilt and the terrifying possibility that her words have inspired real violence. The film explores how art and obsession can have deadly consequences, combining psychological suspense with dark character study.