The Uppsala Kidnapping
Uppsalakidnappningen
Synopsis
A black comedy centered on the real events of the kidnapping that became a viral phenomenon with millions of live followers. Inspired by actual events occurred in Uppsala during Christmas 2011. In a desperate attempt to solve his economic problems Josef Esfarander, a medical student, plans to kidnap a law student from a wealthy family, assisted by his girlfriend Shirin and a credulous friend from high school. Josef strongly believes he achieved the perfect plan, but contrary to all his expectation the carrying out of the kidnapping becomes a farce.
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Poyan Karimi
Josef Esfarander
Peter Åström
Henning Olausson
Rasmus Luthander
Sebastian Åhlund
Shirin Golchin
Shirin Darvish
Pierre Dahlander
Rolf Pettersson
Ulf Nyberg
Kalle
Gabriella Boris
Marianne
Gunilla Paulsen
Lena
Dan Johansson
Klas
Mina Azarian
Shirin's mother
Carolina Behrendtz
The neighbor
Helén Söderqvist Henriksson
The bank official
Emily Faris
Frida
Pontus Gustafsson
Gösta
Lennart B. Sandelin
The prosecutor
Marina Nyström
The dispenser
Maurits Elvingsson
The salvor
Sara Persson
The lifeguard
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anders Skog
- Screenplay & Story
- Anders Skog
- Original Title
- Uppsalakidnappningen
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Anders Skog Films, Drama Svecia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anders Skog
Anders Skog
Jo Eken Torp
Anders Skog
Sonia Maggioni, Anders Skog
Department Leadership Roster
Anders Skog
Director
Anders Skog
Writer
Sonia Maggioni
Producer
Jo Eken Torp
Director of Photography
Anders Skog
Editor
Anders Skog
Production Design
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What is The Uppsala Kidnapping about?
A black comedy centered on the real events of the kidnapping that became a viral phenomenon with millions of live followers. Inspired by actual events occurred in Uppsala during Christmas 2011. In a desperate attempt to solve his economic problems Josef Esfarander, a medical student, plans to kidnap a law student from a wealthy family, assisted by his girlfriend Shirin and a credulous friend from high school. Josef strongly believes he achieved the perfect plan, but contrary to all his expectation the carrying out of the kidnapping becomes a farce.
Who directed The Uppsala Kidnapping?
The Uppsala Kidnapping was directed by Anders Skog.
Who stars in The Uppsala Kidnapping?
The principal cast of The Uppsala Kidnapping includes Poyan Karimi, Peter Åström, Rasmus Luthander, Shirin Golchin, Pierre Dahlander.
When was The Uppsala Kidnapping released and how long is it?
The Uppsala Kidnapping was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.