In a Better World

In a Better World

2010 · 118 min · DA · R · 7.1 (480 votes)
Dir. Susanne Bier · Starring Mikael Persbrandt, Trine Dyrholm, Ulrich Thomsen, William Jøhnk Nielsen, Markus Rygaard, Martin Buch · Music Johan Söderqvist
Drama

The lives of two Danish families cross each other, and an extraordinary but risky friendship comes into bud. But loneliness, frailty and sorrow lie in wait.

VIBE

This film is a heavy, character-driven drama that grapples with complex moral questions. It feels raw and unflinching, exploring the dark side of human nature and the struggle for redemption. Expect a somber, thought-provoking experience.

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