The Escape movie poster

The Escape

January 9, 2009 1h 54m 4.2/10 (14 votes)

Originally released in 2009. The Escape is a drama/thriller film. directed by Kathrine Windfeld.

Starring Iben Hjejle, Faegh Zamani, and Lars Mikkelsen

Synopsis

Danish journalist Rikke Lyngvig is taken hostage in Afghanistan by a terror group. With help from one of the terrorists, the young Nazir, Rikke manages to escape. On her return, she is soon declared the Danish Jessica Lynch and her career is launched into the spotlight. All the while Nazir flees from Afghanistan, heading for Denmark. When he finally seeks out Rikke, she is shocked and torn. Is she willing to help the man who threatened to kill her, and to jeopardize her new-found career? Their tumultuous encounter turns into an ill-fated confrontation with their own demons and a nation driven by a hunger for sensation and political populism.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 9, 2009 17 years ago
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Runtime 1h 54m 114 minutes total
User Rating 4.2/10 Mixed (14 votes)
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Language DA Original language
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Country Denmark Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DA

Production Companies

  • Nimbus Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Escape about?

Danish journalist Rikke Lyngvig is taken hostage in Afghanistan by a terror group. With help from one of the terrorists, the young Nazir, Rikke manages to escape. On her return, she is soon declare...

Who directed The Escape?

The Escape was directed by Kathrine Windfeld.

How long is The Escape?

The Escape has a runtime of 1 hours and 54 minutes (114 minutes total).

When was The Escape released?

The Escape was released on January 9, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Escape?

The main cast of The Escape includes Iben Hjejle, Faegh Zamani, Lars Mikkelsen, Sonja Richter, Mikael Birkkjær.