The Pig
Grisen
Synopsis
In this live-action, Oscar-nominated short from Denmark, Asbjorn is a patient admitted to a Danish hospital, who quickly warms to a painting of a whimsical pig hung on the walls. It becomes a source of comfort and solace for him - until another patient has it removed by request (Written by Nathan Southern, Rovi)
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dorthe Warnø Høgh
- Screenplay & Story
- Anders Frithiof August, Lars Saabye Christensen, Dorthe Warnø Høgh
- Original Title
- Grisen
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- Danish
- Runtime
- 23m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dorthe Warnø Høgh
Anders Frithiof August, Lars Saabye Christensen, Dorthe Warnø Høgh
Johanne Stryhn Hørby, Tivi Magnusson, Christian Potalivo
Department Leadership Roster
Dorthe Warnø Høgh
Director
Anders Frithiof August
Writer
Lars Saabye Christensen
Writer
Dorthe Warnø Høgh
Writer
Johanne Stryhn Hørby
Producer
Christian Potalivo
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pig
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What is The Pig about?
In this live-action, Oscar-nominated short from Denmark, Asbjorn is a patient admitted to a Danish hospital, who quickly warms to a painting of a whimsical pig hung on the walls. It becomes a source of comfort and solace for him - until another patient has it removed by request (Written by Nathan Southern, Rovi)
Who directed The Pig?
The Pig was directed by Dorthe Warnø Høgh.
Who stars in The Pig?
The principal cast of The Pig includes Jesper Asholt, Mette Agnete Horn, Farooq Khan, Farshad Kholghi, Henning Moritzen.
When was The Pig released and how long is it?
The Pig was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 23m.