The Bench
"He has a life, he isn't proud of, and a past that he doesn't want to remember."
Originally released in 2000. The Bench is a drama film. directed by Per Fly. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jesper Christensen, Nicolaj Kopernikus, and Jens Albinus
Synopsis
Kaj is a stubborn man with a great deal of pride. The former chef lives in a council flat. He has wasted his life and is now on a council job training scheme for the long-term unemployed, where he refuses to let the foreman of the activation project boss him about. When Kaj's daughter, with whom he has not been in touch for nineteen years, moves into the same council estate on the run from her violent husband, a change comes over Kaj. His initial instinct is to avoid her, but by chance he ends up helping to look after Jonas, her six-year-old son. For the first time for years Kaj need not survive on his own devices. Now he has responsibilities and a family of his own.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 26, 2000
25 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (33 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- Zentropa Entertainments
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bench about?
Kaj is a stubborn man with a great deal of pride. The former chef lives in a council flat. He has wasted his life and is now on a council job training scheme for the long-term unemployed, where he ...
Who directed The Bench?
The Bench was directed by Per Fly.
How long is The Bench?
The Bench has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Bench released?
The Bench was released on August 26, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bench?
The main cast of The Bench includes Jesper Christensen, Nicolaj Kopernikus, Jens Albinus, Sarah Boberg, Lars Brygmann.