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  • In a Better World
  • Opened April 1, 2011 (Limited 4/1) | Runtime:1 hr 58 min
  • R
    Violent and disturbing content some involving preteens, and for language
  • Anton and his wife Marianne, who have two young sons, are separated and struggling with the possibility of divorce. Their older, ten-year-old son Elias is being bullied at school, until he is defended by Christian, a new boy who has just moved from Read More
  • Cast: Mikael Persbrandt, Trine Dyrholm, Ulrich Thomsen, Markus Rygaard, William Jøhnk Nielsen
  • Director: Susanne Bier
  • Genres: Art House/Foreign, Drama

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  • Mikael Persbrandt as Anton and Trine Dyrholm as Marianne in "In a Better World."
  • Mikael Persbrandt as Anton and Trine Dyrholm as Marianne in "In a Better World."
  • Ulrich Thomsen as Claus and William Johnk Nielsen as Christian in "In a Better World."
  • Trine Dyrholm as Marianne in "In a Better World."
  • Trine Dyrholm as Marianne in "In a Better World."
  • Markus Rygaard as Elias and Trine Dyrholm as Marianne in "In a Better World."
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In a Better World Recent Fan Reviews

  • Must Go!

    Beautiful!

    by science_nerd

    Wonderfully crafted film with so many touching moments. It's filled with spot-on portrayals of some of the many difficult decisions both adults and children face in life. You will be discussing this film long after it's over. It's beautifully shot in both Africa and Denmark. Definitely one of the best films out right now.

  • Must Go!

    ONE OF THE BEST MOVIES I'VE EVER EXPERIENCED

    by rweingard

    Story line - acting - panorama - content - all superb! I will go and see this movie again and pass the word as much as I am able. No question, iit should be nominated and win BEST FOREIGN FILM of the year, or any year! Adults only... for violence and some gruesome moments. You want to see a film that captures all emotions, go experience this one.

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    Solidly Entertaining...A Film with a Great Story...Imagine That!

    by Alon Patterson

    It's hard to review this movie in context to the usual commercial pabulum being churned from Hollywood these days. Suffice to say that if you're looking for some relief from superheroes and bad date movies with wedding themes, then this is well worth your time and money. You won't find expensive stunts or those big A-list actors. What you'll find is a really good story crafted on film by people who obviously care about the quality of their efforts. It shows. The cast doesn't miss a beat here, neither do the techies. See it. It's well worth the price of a ticket.

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In a Better World Critic Reviews

Go Avg. Critic Score 65 out of 100 Metascore ® based on all critic ratings.

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  • 90
    Los Angeles Times | Kenneth Turan

    One of the places where In a Better World is especially successful is comparing...

  • 83
    Entertainment Weekly | Lisa Schwarzbaum

    A fine example of Danish filmmaker Susanne Bier's (Brothers) talent for weaving...

  • 80
    Boxoffice Magazine | Steve Ramos

    An artistically mature work with pitch perfect performances.

  • 80
    New York Daily News | Joe Neumaier

    World is grounded, offering up a rare case of well-earned hopefulness.

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