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This Life

2012Movie2 h 2 min

Drama
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6

A profoundly sad, tense drama movie about history and war, with standout performances and world-building.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood

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Story

Some must die so others can live

The true story of the Fiils: a family of innkeepers who, during Nazi-Germany's occupation of Denmark, took up arms against the German occupiers. But in the fight for freedom, some must die so that others may live.

Feels like

  • Danish WWII Drama
  • Resistance Fighters
  • Tragic Heroism
  • Historical Authenticity
  • Emotional Weight
  • Biographical Elements
  • Occupation Reality
  • Somber Tone
  • Patriotic Sacrifice
  • Character-Driven Conflict

Cast

24 of 47

Crew

Directed by
Anne-Grethe Bjarup Riis
Written by
Ib Kastrup, Jørgen Kastrup, Regner Grasten
Produced by
Regner Grasten
Music by
Simon Ravn

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Facts

March 1, 2012 · 2 h 2 min · Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language

Released
March 1, 2012
Runtime
2 h 2 min
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, War
Original language
Danish
Also spoken
English, German
Made in
Denmark
Available in
6 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream This Life?"

Questions about This Life

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Where can I stream This Life?

Viaplay

In the United States, This Life streams on Viaplay. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is This Life worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.6).

Is This Life okay for kids?

ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

Yes: its content advisories are violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is This Life plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is This Life in English?

DanishEnglishGerman

No, it was made in Danish, with some English and German.