The Celebration (1998)

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Synopsis of The Celebration

This Danish comedy drama won the Jury Prize at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival. It opens in rural Denmark as family members assemble for the 60th birthday celebration of patriarch Helge (Henning Moritzen). At the family estate are Helge's children: France-based restaurateur Christian (Ulrich Thomsen), whose twin sister killed herself; surviving sister Helene (Paprika Steen); and younger brother Michael (Thomas Bo Larsen), married with three children. At the birthday dinner, the bitter Christian stands to deliver a toast -- but instead makes a startling speech accusing Helge of sexual abuse involving both twins. Following principles outlined in 1995 by Danish fimmakers in their Dogme 95 proclamation, this film adheres to their manifesto guidelines of handheld cameras, direct sound, location filming, and the elimination of technical tricks. ~ Bhob Stewart, All Movie Guide

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

106 mins

Complete Cast of The Celebration

Director(s):

Thomas Vinterberg

Writer(s):

Thomas Vinterberg

Producer(s):

Brigitte Hald

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Adult Humor, Adult Situations)

Categories:

Foreign

• 1998 - Cannes Film Festival - Jury Prize
• 1998 - Independent Spirit Awards - Best Foreign Film
• 1998 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Foreign Language Film
• 1998 - New York Film Critics Circle - Best Foreign Film
• 1998 - Toronto Film Critics Association - Best Director [Runner-up]
• 1998 - Toronto Film Critics Association - Best Picture [Runner-up]

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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