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The Celebration

R1h 41m1998Thomas Vinterberg
IMDb: 8.0/10Rotten: 91%Metacritic: 82/100
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"Every family has a secret."

The family of a wealthy businessman gather to celebrate his 60th birthday. During the course of the party, his eldest son presents a speech that reveals a devastating secret that turns the night into a battle of truth and denial.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Celebration (1998) about?

The family of a wealthy businessman gather to celebrate his 60th birthday. During the course of the party, his eldest son presents a speech that reveals a devastating secret that turns the night into a battle of truth and denial.

Who stars in The Celebration?

The Celebration stars Ulrich Thomsen (Christian), Henning Moritzen (Faderen), Thomas Bo Larsen (Michael), Paprika Steen (Helene), Birthe Neumann (Moderen). The film was directed by Thomas Vinterberg.

How long is The Celebration?

The Celebration has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1998. It is rated R.

Is The Celebration worth watching?

The Celebration holds an IMDb rating of 8.0/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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