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The Butterfly Swing movie

🎬 Title: The Butterfly Swing / Lille sommerfugl

Story: This film follows Ernst, a determined farmer, and his wife Louise as they commemorate their 50th wedding anniversary with a classic Danish gold wedding celebration attended by friends and family. Behind their festive façade, the family hides numerous secrets, with Ernst concealing the most significant one. As the night unfolds, filled with joy and unexpected twists, hidden truths emerge, challenging the family like never before.

⭐ Rating: 6.111 (9 votes)

📅 Release date: December 3, 2020

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour and 42 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama

🎬 Director: Søren Kragh-Jacobsen

✍️ Writer: Søren Kragh-Jacobsen

🌍 Countries: Denmark, Iceland

🏢 Production companies: Snowglobe, Pegasus Pictures

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👥 Cast: Jesper Christensen (Ernst), Karen-Lise Mynster (Louise), Mia Lyhne (Lis), Peder Thomas Pedersen (Lasse), Finn Nielsen (Henning), Sarah Grünewald (Maja), Sofus Rønnov (Christian), Sofie Juul Blinkenberg (Lærke), Simon Kongsted (Jens), Jesper Ole Feit Andersen (Alf)

Editor’s note: The Butterfly Swing (2020) presents a thoughtful take on the drama genre, prioritizing mood over spectacle. Directed by Søren Kragh-Jacobsen, the film maintains a steady pace and a vivid sense of setting. Standout performances from Jesper Christensen, Karen-Lise Mynster, and Mia Lyhne enrich the narrative’s emotional depth. With a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes, the film is well-suited for the story it tells. Reviews have been mixed; approach it for its atmosphere rather than action. If its concept resonates with you, consider adding it to your watchlist.

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