The Idiots follows a group of people with intellectual disabilities who rebel against societal norms by pretending to be 'idiots' in public. Their actions provoke and challenge the normative behaviors of those around them, creating a sense of discomfort and introspection. Through their unconventional actions, the group explores themes of freedom, identity, and the power of collective action. The film delves into the complexities of human behavior and societal expectations, ultimately questioning the boundaries of normality.
The Celebration follows a family gathering at a country estate to celebrate the father's 60th birthday. However, the celebration takes a dark turn as long-held secrets and resentments come to light. The event becomes a tense and emotional journey into the dysfunctional dynamics of the family, exploring themes of abuse, suicide, and the haunting effects of the past.
Anne tries to make a movie.
Julien Donkey-Boy is a drama comedy film released in 1999. It tells the story of Julien, a young man with schizophrenia, and his dysfunctional family. The film explores themes of mental illness, abusive father, and the challenges Julien faces in his day-to-day life. It also touches upon topics such as the loss of his mother, miscarriage, and his chaotic and absurd experiences. As Julien navigates through his life, he finds solace in his passion for photography and the support of his grandmother. This thought-provoking film takes a raw and honest approach to depict the struggles faced by individuals with mental illnesses and their impact on their families.
Italian for Beginners follows a group of individuals in a small Danish town who decide to learn Italian. As they bond through language classes, they also experience personal growth, romance, and unexpected connections. This heartwarming film explores themes of love, friendship, and finding oneself.
Open Hearts follows the intertwined lives of several individuals, including a married couple, a doctor, and a paralyzed man, as they navigate the aftermath of an extramarital affair and a car accident. The film explores themes of love, guilt, and the fragility of relationships.
Old, New, Borrowed and Blue is a heartwarming romantic comedy about Jane, a young woman who is excitedly planning her wedding. However, when her fiancé loses his job, Jane's dreams of a perfect wedding are in jeopardy. To make matters worse, she is tasked with finding something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue for her upcoming nuptials. As she embarks on this journey, Jane encounters unexpected challenges and meets a diverse cast of characters who help her see the true meaning of love and friendship.
A bittersweet and heartfelt story about going back. In the twenty-four hours before their 20th high school reunion, five friends, a younger brother and a mysterious photojournalist are reunited by determined Mayor Margaret to remember the good times of 1981
A story of a filmmaker who falls in love with a woman he interviews for his film. The film presents the evolution of a relationship which shifts from the objective to the subjective, and from lies to truth.
Mifune is a Danish comedy-drama film that follows a man's journey to find love in a rural setting. Through a series of humorous and unexpected events, he navigates the complexities of relationships, family dynamics, and societal expectations.
In Your Hands is a drama film that follows the story of a woman who finds herself in prison and pregnant. As she navigates the challenges of her situation, including an unplanned pregnancy and a nervous breakdown, she forms a forbidden love with a prison guard. The film explores themes of motherhood, love, and the complexities of life behind bars.
Gypo is the story of a working class family in Margate, Kent, a town where immigrants have become the focus of most of the public's discontent. The film tells the story of the a couple of weeks in this family's life, beginning when a young Czech girl, Tash, comes to visit. The film is made in the Dogme95 tradition, so no costumes, no lighting, no props or sets, which gives the film a gritty texture appropriate to the story.
Peter and Chris, two young American friends in their late 20s, go from South Dakota to California on a scooter, and as they travel across the American landscape they see their country through different eyes, ranging from Peter's cynically nihilistic point of view, to Chris' high expectations and romantic notions of the United States.
Johnny, the megalomaniac leader of a group of squeegee kids, finds a video camera and pushes his followers into "acting" out increasingly dangerous "scenes".
In Paris, a painter and an illegal immigrant from Yugoslavia form a forbidden love as they hide from the police. They navigate through identity control, deportation, and their own personal struggles while living on the edge. Their love blossoms amidst the backdrop of the clandestine life they are forced to lead.
Story of a video camera that goes on an adventure around the world. It's stolen, pawned, bought and generally goes in and out of bedrooms, shoots commercials, follows the life of an average ordinary video camera that goes around the planet until it winds up in the hands of filmmaker Richard Martini. This film has been designated at Dogma #15 by the Danish film group Dogme95.
A circle of thirty-something friends reunite for a weekend away to celebrate the same sex wedding of a member of their group. Yet, despite their best efforts to behave themselves, a series of surprise plans, unexpected arrivals and exposed secrets lead to an explosion of drama that, coupled with the flammable combination of hurt feelings, unresolved tensions, and lots of wine cannot be contained.
Comedy about three very different women and the complex relationship they have with their mothers.
Claire Weygand, a thirty-year-old young woman who is about to defend her anthropology thesis, unfortunately not only feels bad but even worse and worse with each passing day. The migraine attacks she suffers from indeed keep her from working as hard as she should and in despair she decides to consult Doctor Fish. When the medicine the physician prescribes for her fails, Claire, who can't take it any more, asks him to hospitalize her. In hospital, Claire shares her room with Odette, a young woman who has lost the use of her legs and Eléonore, a frightening old woman. The third episode from "The Blindfold" by Siri Hustvedt.
Truly Human is a Danish drama/romance movie that explores the complexities of human relationships. The film delves into the themes of love, trust, and vulnerability through the story of its characters. With a touch of sensuality and emotional depth, Truly Human takes viewers on a journey of self-discovery and connection.