Speed Walking

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Speed Walking
Kapgang.jpg
Directed by Niels Arden Oplev
Written byBo hr. Hansen
Based onKapgang
by Morten Kirkskov [1] [2]
Produced by Thomas Heinesen
Starring Anders W. Berthelsen
Sidse Babett Knudsen
Pilou Asbæk
Villads Bøye
David Dencik
Cinematography Rasmus Videbæk
Edited by Anne Østerud
Music by Jacob Groth
Distributed by Nordisk Film
Release date
  • 28 August 2014 (2014-08-28) [2]
Running time
108 minutes
CountryDenmark
LanguageDanish

Speed Walking (Danish : Kapgang) is a 2014 Danish drama film directed by Niels Arden Oplev. [1] [2] It is based on the novel of the same name by Morten Kirkskov. [3]

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Plot

In 1976 in provincial Denmark, 14-year-old Martin (Villads Bøye) is about to be confirmed when his mother dies of cancer. The weeks leading up to his confirmation are difficult and turbulent, as Martin's father and older brother are distraught and Martin must try to keep the family together. In addition, he must deal with his feelings, sexuality and friendships.

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References

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