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Open Hearts

2002Movie1 h 53 min

DramaRomance
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic776.7Rotten Tomatoes93%90%

A deeply moving, romantic drama movie about everyday modern life and family, with standout performances and characters.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Story

Cecilie and Joachim are about to get married when a freak car accident leaves Joachim disabled, throwing their lives into a spin. The driver of the other car, Marie, and her family don’t get off lightly, either. Her husband Niels works in the hospital where he meets Cecilie and falls madly in love with her.

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  • Danish Drama
  • Emotional Melodrama
  • Relationship Crisis
  • Moral Dilemma
  • Tragic Romance
  • Character Study
  • Family Betrayal
  • Consequences of Fate
  • Contemporary Realism

Cast

19 of 19

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Directed by
Susanne Bier
Written by
Anders Thomas Jensen
Produced by
Sisse Graum Jørgensen, Vibeke Windeløv, Jonas Frederiksen
Music by
Jesper Winge Leisner

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Facts

September 6, 2002 · 1 h 53 min · Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery

Released
September 6, 2002
Runtime
1 h 53 min
Content
Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
Danish
Made in
Denmark
Available in
8 countries

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Where can I stream Open Hearts?

Tubi TV

In the United States, Open Hearts is free with ads on Tubi TV. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is Open Hearts worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 77).

Is Open Hearts good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Open Hearts plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Open Hearts in English?

Danish

No, it was made in Danish.