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The Blessing

April 23, 2009 1h 15m 6.1/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 2009. The Blessing is a drama film. directed by Heidi Maria Faisst. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Lærke Winther, Mads Riisom, and Solbjørg Højfeldt

Synopsis

Overwhelmed and extra-sensitive, Katrine has a hard time coping when her more relaxed boyfriend, Andreas, takes a business trip just days after the birth of their first child. The fussy baby has difficulty breastfeeding, and vulnerable, insecure Katrine feels like a failure. When Katrine’s emotionally withholding mother Lise consents to stay for a few days, the two quickly fall into what are clearly familiar dysfunctional behavior patterns.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 23, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 15m 75 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (8 votes)
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Language DA Original language
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Country Denmark Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DA

Production Companies

  • Zentropa Entertainments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Blessing about?

Overwhelmed and extra-sensitive, Katrine has a hard time coping when her more relaxed boyfriend, Andreas, takes a business trip just days after the birth of their first child. The fussy baby has di...

Who directed The Blessing?

The Blessing was directed by Heidi Maria Faisst.

How long is The Blessing?

The Blessing has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).

When was The Blessing released?

The Blessing was released on April 23, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Blessing?

The main cast of The Blessing includes Lærke Winther, Mads Riisom, Solbjørg Højfeldt, Tina Gylling Mortensen, Benedikte Hansen.