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27 July 2016
The harm caused when we are not careful about what we believe and convey to others
The versatile Mads Mikkelsen gives another compelling performance as a man wrongly accused of molesting a child. The hysterical reactions of his colleagues and friends heightens the sadness of this very real problem in our world. The ending leaves one with questions about how each of us might feel as accused and possibly as accuser. The making of the movie, alternate ending and outtakes are helpful in understanding the dynamic that played out--recommend watching after the film. I appreciate Thomas Vinterberg delving into this subject and will look for other films of his. This film is in Danish with subtitles, not difficult to follow.
13 July 2009
Ciaran & Hardy--Complex satisfying drama!
1 of 1 found this helpful I picked up an audio much abridged version that whetted my appetite for a more complete version. This more than met my curiosity. The tangled web created by the characters and the tradgedies that result show how decisions can complicate lives other than our own. The acting is superb, even to the bit players, but as I expected Ciaran Hinds, as Michael Henchard, just pulled out all the stops in his characterizations, I felt pathos for him, even while he was making disasterous decisions. Jodhi May & James Purefoy (Elizabeth & Donal) are great counterpoints. This story is one many lessons can be drawn from, consequences are great teachers! Highly reccommend this story.