The Kiss

The Kiss

2022 · 116 min · DA · 6.5 (35 votes)
Dir. Bille August · Starring Esben Smed, Clara Rosager, Lars Mikkelsen, Rosalinde Mynster, David Dencik, Kurt Dreyer · Music Henrik Skram
DramaRomance

A romantic drama set in Denmark in 1913, the story follows Anton, a noble and conscientious young man whose top priority is to complete his training as a cavalry officer. During a training session, he orders his platoon to help Baron von Løvenskjold and finds himself invited to a ball at the castle, where he meets the baron’s beautiful daughter Edith who has been in an accident and ended up in a wheelchair.

VIBE

It feels like a tender, elegant slow-burn romance, steeped in early 20th-century European charm. Expect earnest emotions, a focus on duty and compassion, and the quiet unfolding of a deep connection. Perfect for a reflective, intimate viewing experience.

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