The Celebration (1998) movie poster

The Celebration (1998)

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"Every family has a secret."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 86% (RT: 91%, MC: 82) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

Where to Watch

Streaming
Prime VideoMUBI
Runtime
1h 41m
Country
Denmark, Sweden
Language
Danish
TMDB Rating
7.7/10 (1,234 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Metacritic
82
Cast
Ulrich Thomsen as Christian
Henning Moritzen as Faderen
Thomas Bo Larsen as Michael
Paprika Steen as Helene
Birthe Neumann as Moderen
Therese Glahn as Michelle
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,234 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 86%.
Overview
The family of a wealthy businessman gather to celebrate his 60th birthday. During the course of the party, his eldest son presents a speech that reveals a devastating secret that turns the night into a battle of truth and denial. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of The Celebration was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for The Celebration was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Celebration is a 1998 drama film directed by Thomas Vinterberg. The family of a wealthy businessman gather to celebrate his 60th birthday. During the course of the party, his eldest son presents a speech that reveals a devastating secret that turns the night into a battle of truth and denial.

The film has been rated by 1,234 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Celebration delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Celebration (1998) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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