The Celebration
8/10Watched 20241h 41mDramaReleased 1998
Chris's take
Quite chaotic with a variety of wacky characters, but was very engaging and a bit of a rollercoaster. Very much enjoyed, even if it was a lot darker than I was expecting...
Director
Thomas Vinterberg
Cast
Ulrich Thomsen
Christian
Henning Moritzen
Faderen
Thomas Bo Larsen
Michael
Paprika Steen
Helene
Birthe Neumann
Moderen
Trine Dyrholm
Pia
Helle Dolleris
Mette
Therese Glahn
Michelle
Plot overview
The family of a wealthy businessman gather to celebrate his 60th birthday. During the course of the party, his eldest son presents a speech that reveals a devastating secret that turns the night into a battle of truth and denial.