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Mørke

  • 20052005
  • 2h 4m
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Nicolas Bro and Nikolaj Lie Kaas in Mørke (2005)
The psychological thriller "Murk" tells the story of Jacob, who is investigating into the circumstances surrounding his sister's death on her wedding night.
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The psychological thriller "Murk" tells the story of Jacob, who is investigating into the circumstances surrounding his sister's death on her wedding night.The psychological thriller "Murk" tells the story of Jacob, who is investigating into the circumstances surrounding his sister's death on her wedding night.The psychological thriller "Murk" tells the story of Jacob, who is investigating into the circumstances surrounding his sister's death on her wedding night.
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    • Director
      • Jannik Johansen
    • Writers
      • Anders Thomas Jensen
      • Jannik Johansen
    • Stars
      • Nikolaj Lie Kaas
      • Nicolas Bro
      • Laura Drasbæk
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Jannik Johansen
    • Writers
      • Anders Thomas Jensen
      • Jannik Johansen
    • Stars
      • Nikolaj Lie Kaas
      • Nicolas Bro
      • Laura Drasbæk
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 10User reviews
    • 16Critic reviews
    • Awards
      • 7 nominations

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    Nikolaj Lie Kaas in Mørke (2005)
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    Nicolas Bro, Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Morten Lützhøft, and Anne Sofie Espersen in Mørke (2005)
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    Nikolaj Lie Kaas
    Nikolaj Lie Kaas
    • Jacob
    Nicolas Bro
    Nicolas Bro
    • Anker
    Laura Drasbæk
    Laura Drasbæk
    • Nina
    Lisbet Lundquist
    Lisbet Lundquist
    • Caroline
    • (as Lisbeth Lindquist)
    Lotte Bergstrøm
    • Julie
    Anne Sofie Espersen
    Anne Sofie Espersen
    • Sonja
    • (as Anne Sofie Byder)
    Lærke Winther
    Lærke Winther
    • Hanne
    • (as Lærke Winther Andersen)
    Morten Lützhøft
    Morten Lützhøft
    • Carl
    Lars Lunøe
    • KA Hjort
    Søren Thomsen
    • Onkel Svend
    Hother Bøndorff
    • Joan
    • (as Hother Bøndorf)
    • …
    Ane Vinther
    • Joan…
    Katrine Hartmann
    • Rikke Bjerre
    • (as Katrine Hartmann Nielsen)
    Jørgen Lysemose
    • Bryllupspianist
    • Director
      • Jannik Johansen
    • Writers
      • Anders Thomas Jensen
      • Jannik Johansen
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    • Trivia
      While 'Mørke' is in fact a town in Jutland, Denmark, it is also the Danish word for 'Darkness'.
    • Connections
      Referenced in Natholdet - med Anders Breinholt: Nikolaj Lie Kaas (2012)

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    10/10
    It's not just a city in Jutland
    Mørke... Darkness... a movie consisting of, revolving around, set in and taking place in the cover of darkness. A movie about suicide close to you, made by probably the two most fitting people in Danish show business; Nikolaj Lie Kaas, whose mother committed suicide, and whose father drowned, in what may have been a suicide, and Jannik Johansen, whose sister committed suicide. This was a necessary film to make, for both of them. And us Danes need it too, because of the message it so beautifully communicates: we're not open enough about death. It's taboo. We don't talk about it... we just don't. And that's a mistake. As a character so perfectly says it in this film: "We don't talk about death. That's why it's so hard." The plot is brilliant. It makes sense and holds water(to some extent; it will be become clear to most viewers that Jannik Johansen chose dramatic effect over realism for some parts in the film). Also, it leaves room for Kaas' character to ponder, wonder and feel guilty. Without the internal conflict of Jakob, our main character, the film wouldn't be what it is. The pacing is absolutely perfect. I was never bored for a second. The acting is flawless. Nicolas Bro and Kaas are astounding. The characters are exceptionally well-written and credible. The dialog is great. Not one line seems contrived. It's put to great use, too; in one of the first scenes, Jakob's relationship with his sister and their mother, not to mention their(or is that... our?) relationship with death. Johansen also does a great job of underplaying cinematic effects... several scenes end with an unpleasant twist that adds something entirely new to the whole scene. The whole film through, we're delved into the mystery, not knowing who to trust, or what to think. We feel Jakob's powerlessness, his panic, and his guilt. We follow his travel into his own darkness as he unravels the truth. There are several scenes of high intensity, incredible tension and great suspense. Johansen has a tendency to draw out scenes that are in actuality quite short, and with great effect. This is, in my opinion, the greatest accomplishment in Danish cinema. I recommend this film to any fan of Danish films, thrillers and/or dramas. If you think you can take it(it's definitely not for the faint of heart), you should give it a chance. There's a big chance you'll find it every bit as deep, strong and emotionally involving as I did. 10/10
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    • Release date
      • October 7, 2005 (Denmark)
    • Countries of origin
      • Denmark
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • Danish
    • Also known as
      • Murk
    • Production companies
      • Film and Music Entertainment (F&ME)
      • Fine & Mellow Productions
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      • DKK 22,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      2 hours 4 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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