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**All he wanted was to be with his mother.** This can be easily the Swedish version of 'The Elephant Man'. It ain't a biography nor a documentary, yet has a simple and heartwarming story. It is also a sport themed flick. The sport not wi...
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The Giant
2016
Movie
86 min
Swedish
A film about Rikard, age 30. He is autistic and severely disfigured. He lives in a home for disabled people. He was separated from his mother as a three-year-old, and this continues to torment him today. To deal with life's trials, Rikard escapes into a fantasy world in which he's a 50-meter-tall giant.
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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Johannes Norn•Genres: Drama, History
Plot Summary
The film tells the story of two young boys in Denmark during the 1960s. They live in a small town and grapple with the challenges of growing up, facing societal pressures, and their own burgeoning identities. The narrative explores themes of friendship, family, and the transition from childhood innocence to adolescent awareness against the backdrop of a changing Denmark.
Critical Reception
The Giant received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often highlighted its atmospheric portrayal of a specific time and place and the performances of its young leads. While some found the pacing to be slow, many praised its sensitive and nuanced exploration of childhood and coming-of-age themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic depiction of 1960s Denmark.
Commended for strong performances, particularly from the young actors.
Some noted a deliberate, slow pace that may not appeal to all viewers.
Google audience: Information not available.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film is set in the Danish countryside and aims to capture a nostalgic and melancholic atmosphere of that era.
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