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When was the last time you saw a good straight ahead drama? Here's a powerhouse of one. Another Danish gem filled with stellar performances wrapped up in 2 hours of well-paced, understated familial mystery that never falters.An ensemble that includes multiple major characters for adults and children, including Mads Mikkelson in the best role I've seen from him. As well, there's an Oscar worthy performance from Rolf Lassgard. I could easily praise a half dozen others.
Great locations, beautiful production, poetic camera work and a script that is as intelligent as any I've seen for this type.
But, it's the acting that carries the load. The phrase, "I laughed; I cried" has genuine application here.
Director Suzanne Bier is brilliantly ambiguous. She sets up just enough marks then steps back so the triangulation of story, actor and viewer can take place in a most natural way.
This is a 2007 film that I can't imagine showing in any but the most courageous theaters. A real treat.
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totally engaging and beautifully portrayed
The scene where the step father breaks down was amazing.
Loved the India scenes too.
"The man is only half himself, the other half is his expression." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson
That scene, and another or two where Jorgen had our attention, are among the most moving I've ever seen on film. I remember telling myself as I was watching it that the intensity and character of my feelings were much the same as if I'd been present at such a real life episode.
I was genuinely and deeply affected. A rarity in my movie experience. That's a seminal acting performance as far as I'm concerned - that scene. What a commitment of soulful bravery from Rolf Lassgard!
Definitely one of the most powerful (and well acted) scenes/performances I've ever seen.
Really incredible.
"The man is only half himself, the other half is his expression." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson
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