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The New Country (2000)

6.520002h 8mSV
DramaComedy

Directed by Geir Hansteen Jörgensen

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

2h 8m

Language

SV

Release

November 24, 2000

Director

Geir Hansteen Jörgensen

Overview

A 15-year-old Somalian boy meets a 40-year-old Iranian man in a refugee camp in Skåne, in the south of Sweden. With the threat of deportation hanging over them, they decide to take their faiths in their own hands and together they go on a journey in the Swedish summer.

Cast

Mike Almayehu

Mike Almayehu

Ali

Michalis Koutsogiannakis

Michalis Koutsogiannakis

Massoud

Lia Boysen

Lia Boysen

Louise

Lars Väringer

Lars Väringer

Kjell

Nicholas Riesbeck

Nicholas Riesbeck

Mackan

Evert Lindkvist

Evert Lindkvist

The Old Man

Inga Ålenius

Inga Ålenius

The Old Lady

Jan Åström

Jan Åström

Big Bert

Simon Norrthon

Simon Norrthon

Greger

Anette Lindbäck

Anette Lindbäck

Eva

Ingrid Luterkort

Ingrid Luterkort

Edith

Christian Brandin

Christian Brandin

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The New Country (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A 15-year-old Somalian boy meets a 40-year-old Iranian man in a refugee camp in Skåne, in the south of Sweden. With the threat of deportation hanging over them, they decide to take their faiths in their own hands and together they go on a journey in the Swedish summer.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The New Country. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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