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Twist and Shout

December 26, 1984 1h 47m 6.6/10 (22 votes)

Originally released in 1984. Twist and Shout is a comedy/drama film. directed by Bille August.

Starring Adam Tønsberg, Lars Simonsen, and Camilla Søeberg

Synopsis

Danish teens come of age in 1963. Bjorn and Erik are close friends. Bjorn is pursued by Kirsten, a future Stepford wife, but he falls for Anna, who initiates him into love and sex. Erik is somber, caring for his home-bound mentally-ill mother while his strict father rules his life. He desires Kirsten, but she's unattainable. Pregnancy, a horrific abortion, an engagement party, and a revelation about the rectitude of Erik's father lead to a climax: Bjorn and Erik must stand up to controlling adults.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 26, 1984 41 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (22 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

  • Palle Fogtdal A/S
  • Per Holst Filmproduktion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Twist and Shout about?

Danish teens come of age in 1963. Bjorn and Erik are close friends. Bjorn is pursued by Kirsten, a future Stepford wife, but he falls for Anna, who initiates him into love and sex. Erik is somber, ...

Who directed Twist and Shout?

Twist and Shout was directed by Bille August.

How long is Twist and Shout?

Twist and Shout has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was Twist and Shout released?

Twist and Shout was released on December 26, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Twist and Shout?

The main cast of Twist and Shout includes Adam Tønsberg, Lars Simonsen, Camilla Søeberg, Ulrikke Bondo, Lone Lindorff.