Facing the Truth
At kende sandheden
Synopsis
A man grows up in very modest circumstances in the early years of the 20th century, but his diligence, intelligence and willingness to endure hardship helps him to become a leading brain surgeon. A success story on the face of it, but a story about a man – who is none other than the director's father – a man of powerful emotions. The film explores the nature and origin of the guilt that repeatedly deprived him of happiness.
Top Cast
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Jens Albinus
Richard Malmros
Birthe Neumann
Mother of Eli
Søren Østergaard
Nils Malmros
Ida Dwinger
Mother of Richard
Anders Hove
Frandsen
William Rosenberg
Lise Stegger
Preben Harris
Peter Schrøder
Lasse Broust Andersen
Michael Asmussen
Elin Reimer
Anni Bjørn
Ida Dwinger
Waage Sandø
Peter Hesse Overgaard
Søren Sejersen
Heine Petersen
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nils Malmros
- Original Title
- At kende sandheden
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- Danish
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Nordisk Film Denmark
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nils Malmros
Department Leadership Roster
Nils Malmros
Director
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What is Facing the Truth about?
A man grows up in very modest circumstances in the early years of the 20th century, but his diligence, intelligence and willingness to endure hardship helps him to become a leading brain surgeon. A success story on the face of it, but a story about a man – who is none other than the director's father – a man of powerful emotions. The film explores the nature and origin of the guilt that repeatedly deprived him of happiness.
Who directed Facing the Truth?
Facing the Truth was directed by Nils Malmros.
Who stars in Facing the Truth?
The principal cast of Facing the Truth includes Jens Albinus, Birthe Neumann, Søren Østergaard, Ida Dwinger, Anders Hove.
When was Facing the Truth released and how long is it?
Facing the Truth was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.