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It's a World Full of Children

1980Movie1 h 33 min

Drama
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8

A moving, slow-burning drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · friends night · thought-provoking

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Story

Susanne, a journalist, and Morten, a cellist, desperately want a child, but are unsuccessful. The situation leads to desperate acts, occasional drunkenness, and solace for her with a discreet lover.

Feels like

  • Danish Drama
  • Infertility Crisis
  • Marital Strain
  • Psychological Tension
  • Contemporary Issues
  • Character-Driven
  • Bleak Atmosphere
  • Social Commentary

Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Aase Schmidt
Written by
Aase Schmidt, Henrik Herbert
Music by
Henning Christiansen

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

February 8, 1980 · 1 h 33 min · Sexual Content, Strong Language, Drug Use

Released
February 8, 1980
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language, Drug Use
Genres
Drama
Original language
Danish
Made in
Denmark
Available in
1 country

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is It's a World Full of Children worth watching?"

Questions about It's a World Full of Children

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is It's a World Full of Children worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55 (IMDb 5.8).

Is It's a World Full of Children plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is It's a World Full of Children in English?

Danish

No, it was made in Danish.