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Cast
Rasmus Bjerg
as John Mogensen
Helle Fagralid
as Ruth
Carl-Christian Riestra
as Otto Brandenburg
Bebiane Ivalo Kreutzmann
as Minna
Harald Kaiser Hermann
as Lille John
Henrik Noël Olesen
as Korleder
Rikke Louise Andersson
as Johns mor
Jens Andersen
as Johns stedfar
Kasper Leisner
as Poul Rudi
Troels Malling Thaarup
as Bent Werther
Movie Info & Details
Release Year2018
Runtime1h 49m
LanguageDanish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes13
DirectorOle Bornedal
WritersOle Bornedal
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Way to Mandalay
About The Way to Mandalay
The Way to Mandalay tells the story of one of Denmark's greatest and most beloved musicians. The film takes us on a journey from Mogenson's childhood to manhood and throughout his career which spanned more than twenty years, first with great success in a popular vocal group and later as a successful solo artist. There is a long period that John Mogensen can never be satisfied and he is confused by what are the things he truely loves and is willing to do everything for. Is it the music, the stage, the fame or his family?
Directed by Ole Bornedal, The Way to Mandalay leans on a strong ensemble — Rasmus Bjerg, Helle Fagralid, Carl-Christian Riestra — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2018.
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