Belønningen
Belønningen

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Belønningen

1980
Movie
84 min
Norwegian

A company director and a tramp bumps into each other, with the result of a broken liquor bottle, and a fight emerges, as well as the police. They are old working buddies taking to different roads during WW2. They wind up in court.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Christian Braad ThomsenGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful but lonely writer struggles to find meaningful connection, eventually exploring a complex relationship with a younger woman. The film delves into themes of love, identity, and the search for fulfillment in the face of personal and professional pressures. It follows her journey as she navigates societal expectations and her own desires.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its intimate portrayal of complex relationships and its exploration of female desire. Some found its pacing deliberate, while others praised its psychological depth and the performances of its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive exploration of female sexuality and relationships.

  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from Lone Hertz.

  • Some found the narrative slow or overly introspective.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific user opinions.

Fun Fact

The film was a part of the wave of more introspective and psychologically complex Danish cinema that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

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