Minor Mishaps
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![]() Theatrical poster for Minor Mishaps |
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Directed by | Annette K. Olesen |
Written by | Kim Fupz Aakeson |
Starring | Jørgen Kiil Maria Rich Henrik Prip Jesper Christensen Jannie Faurschou Vigga Bro |
Cinematography | Morten Søborg |
Release date(s) | February 15, 2002 (Denmark) |
Running time | 109 min |
Language | Swedish |
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Minor Mishaps is a Danish film made in 2002. It won a number of awards and nominations including the Blue Angel at the Berline International Film Festival for director Annette K. Olesen and a nomination for European Discovery of the Year at the European Film Awards.
The film is set in Amager in Denmark.
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Minor Mishaps is the story of what happens to a family when the mother dies. The effects on the father John, who is himself ill, his daughters Marianne and Eva, son Tom and uncle Søren are examined along with their family and friends. The mother's dying throws a spotlight on each of their lives as they confront the changed dynamic in the family and on their own lives. This throws up some surprises, revelations and false accusations along the way.