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Matters of the Heart (2024 film)

Matters of the Heart () is a 2024 Danish drama film written and directed by Christina Rosendahl. The film stars Stine Stengade, Lars Ranthe, and Viilbjørk Malling Agger.

It was theatrically released in Denmark on 23 May 2024. It won seven awards at the 42nd Robert Awards, including Best Danish Film.

Premise

A middle-class family is affected by the father's alcoholism, which has led to disruption in their lives.

Cast

  • Lars Ranthe as Peter
  • Stine Stengade as Helen
  • Viilbjørk Malling Agger as Sofia
  • Ella Paaske as Jenni
  • Luca Uhde Jacobsen as Gustav
  • Viktor Hjelmsø as Nelson
  • Janus Nabil Bakrawi as Martin
  • Malaika Berenth Mosendane as Louise
  • Hanne Hedelund as Nina

Production

Matters of the Heart was inspired by Rosendahl's childhood experiences, including her father's struggle with alcoholism. In 2022, the project received a production grant from the Danish Film Institute under the working title Maskerade.

Release

Matters of the Heart was theatrically released in Denmark on 23 May 2024. The film's gala premiere was originally scheduled to take place at the Imperial Theater, Copenhagen, but was relocated due to sound degradation policies implemented at the venue.

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