The Leap
Springet
Synopsis
Tobias Jacobsen is 42. When the doctors tell him he is fatally ill, the earth opens up beneath him and he finds himself plunging into the abyss. It makes him think of the time he was 13 and his girlfriend got him to jump off the balcony of her father's house with a sun umbrella for a parachute. Two stories separated by 29 years are told in parallel, but gradually intertwine into one drama. Both stories have moments of joy and tragedy, as fates wondrously separate and are brought back together again. It is a story about making a leap of faith, trusting in yourself and realizing that, ultimately, life is no good without humour, even of the darker variety.
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 25, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henning Carlsen
- Screenplay & Story
- Arne Forchammer, Henning Carlsen
- Original Title
- Springet
- Spoken Languages
- Danish
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henning Carlsen
Arne Forchammer, Henning Carlsen
Department Leadership Roster
Arne Forchammer
Writer
Henning Carlsen
Director
Henning Carlsen
Writer
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Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Leap about?
Tobias Jacobsen is 42. When the doctors tell him he is fatally ill, the earth opens up beneath him and he finds himself plunging into the abyss. It makes him think of the time he was 13 and his girlfriend got him to jump off the balcony of her father's house with a sun umbrella for a parachute. Two stories separated by 29 years are told in parallel, but gradually intertwine into one drama. Both stories have moments of joy and tragedy, as fates wondrously separate and are brought back together again. It is a story about making a leap of faith, trusting in yourself and realizing that, ultimately, life is no good without humour, even of the darker variety.
Who directed The Leap?
The Leap was directed by Henning Carlsen.
Who stars in The Leap?
The principal cast of The Leap includes Not specified.
When was The Leap released and how long is it?
The Leap was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.