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The Here After

Efterskalv

2015

Magnus von Horn

Ulrik Munther, Mats Blomgren, Loa Ek, Oliver Heilmann ...

5.8

885

Drama. Mystery When Teenager John returns home to his father after serving time in prison, he is looking forward to starting his life afresh. However in the local community, his crime is neither forgotten nor forgiven. It all begins when John returning to the rural farming community he calls home with his father Martin after a significant amount of time in an institution. His adoring younger brother, Filip, welcomes him with open arms, but the other ... [+]

	Media	Author	Review
		Tom Huddleston Time Out	"Sometimes intriguing, sometimes faintly ridiculous. (...) Rating: ★★★ (out of five)"
		Wendy Ide The Guardian	"An impressive debut from Poland-based Swedish director Von Horn, boosted in no small way by the striking, austere camerawork from Polish cinematographer Lukas Zal ('Ida'). (...) Rating: ★★★★ (out of five)"
		Alissa Simon Variety	"A cold, controlled, minimalist drama (...) By keeping the narrative information very close to his chest, he generates a different sort of tension that keeps viewers intently looking for clues."
		Jonathan Romney Screendaily	"Spare, controlled direction, a rewarding emotional payoff and a powerful performance by young lead Ulrik Munther"
		Stephen Dalton The Hollywood Reporter	"It smacks of quality workmanship, even if the story is ultimately too slight and familiar to leave a deep impression. But Von Horn’s delivery is precise and thoughtful, showing clear promise for future projects."
		Radio Times	"Although it's never less than credible in its depiction (...) it's hard to shake the feeling that this is merely the bare bones of what could have been a much more engaging story (…) Rating: ★★★ (out of 5)"

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