The Gift
Originally released in 2008. The Gift is a drama film. directed by Niels Gråbøl.
Starring Jakob Cedergren, Henning Jensen, and Karen-Lise Mynster
Synopsis
On Simon's 29th birthday his father Mogens, who has not been part of his and his older brother Jens' lives for many years, suddenly turns up - declaring that he wants to give him a sports car. Mogens is mentally ill and has been in and out of hospital for years, and as he becomes more and more agitated and violent, Jens has to take him back to the hospital. However Mogens manages to talk Jens into helping him find the car. For one day and one night the two of them drive around Copenhagen looking for the car, and the trip becomes a moving odyssey where father and son will finally get to know one another.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 30, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
3.8/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- Tju Bang Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gift about?
On Simon's 29th birthday his father Mogens, who has not been part of his and his older brother Jens' lives for many years, suddenly turns up - declaring that he wants to give him a sports car. Moge...
Who directed The Gift?
The Gift was directed by Niels Gråbøl.
How long is The Gift?
The Gift has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Gift released?
The Gift was released on April 30, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Gift?
The main cast of The Gift includes Jakob Cedergren, Henning Jensen, Karen-Lise Mynster, Paw Henriksen, Rita Angela.