Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Kærlighed på film (Just Another Love Story)

The Danes certainly have a way of telling stories. This is a twisted, addicting, heart-tugging, tale of deception, depression, suppression, and perhaps love. If you don't mind reading a movie, or if you do understand Danish, this movie is well worth your time.

Unless you are a fan of Danish cinema you probably won't know the two main actors, but they are well worth the watch. Anders W. Berthelsen and Rebecka Hemse are both fantastic. They both show a great range of emotions and take us into their characters heads brilliantly.

Mind you, this movie has nothing close to a happy ending. That is no spoiler since the movie ends where it begins, but don't expect this to be what the title implies. I found myself asking what I might have done in similar situations as these characters found themselves. To me, that speaks highly of the writing, directing, and acting.

While the characters are not particularly likable they are certainly interesting and compelling. Each had a little something for us to relate to.

Watch this movie with someone who "gets" dark comedy and darker drama.

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