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Celebrating Susanne Bier
Wed Apr 22, 7:00 PM
Lamakaan
Summer may be scoring high outside, but inside Lamakaan, these films promise to keep you cool—think of it as cinematic air‑conditioning for the soul. So grab a friend, step out of the heat, and let the screen do the refreshing.
This April, every Wednesday evening, Lamakaan is rolling out a special showcase of films by acclaimed Danish filmmaker Susanne Bier. Known for her sharp storytelling and emotional depth, Bier’s work is bound to spark conversations long after the credits roll.
About the Director: Susanne Bier, born in Copenhagen in 1960, is one of Denmark’s most acclaimed filmmakers whose career bridges intimate Scandinavian dramas and international productions. After studying at the National Film School of Denmark, she made her mark with films like Open Hearts (2002), Brothers (2004), and After the Wedding (2006), before winning the Academy Award and Golden Globe for In a Better World (2010). She has also directed English‑language works such as Things We Lost in the Fire, the global hit Bird Box, and the Emmy‑winning miniseries The Night Manager. Bier’s cinema is known for its emotional intensity, moral dilemmas, and exploration of family bonds, making her the only female director to have won an Oscar, a Golden Globe, a European Film Award, and a Primetime Emmy—cementing her place as a truly international storyteller.
Film Title: IN A BETTER WORLD | 2010 | 118 Mins | Denmark & Sweden | Danish, Swedish, English, Arabic with English Subtitles.
About the film: Anton, a Danish doctor, divides his time between his home in a small Danish town and his humanitarian work in an African refugee camp. His marriage to Marianne is strained, and their two sons struggle with the family’s instability. Meanwhile, Christian, a boy grieving his mother’s death, befriends Anton’s son Elias, and together they face bullying and violence at school. Christian’s anger and thirst for revenge escalate, drawing Elias into dangerous situations. As Anton confronts brutality in Africa and moral dilemmas at home, the film examines the fragile balance between justice and mercy, ultimately questioning whether forgiveness can truly lead to a better world.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!
This April, every Wednesday evening, Lamakaan is rolling out a special showcase of films by acclaimed Danish filmmaker Susanne Bier. Known for her sharp storytelling and emotional depth, Bier’s work is bound to spark conversations long after the credits roll.
About the Director: Susanne Bier, born in Copenhagen in 1960, is one of Denmark’s most acclaimed filmmakers whose career bridges intimate Scandinavian dramas and international productions. After studying at the National Film School of Denmark, she made her mark with films like Open Hearts (2002), Brothers (2004), and After the Wedding (2006), before winning the Academy Award and Golden Globe for In a Better World (2010). She has also directed English‑language works such as Things We Lost in the Fire, the global hit Bird Box, and the Emmy‑winning miniseries The Night Manager. Bier’s cinema is known for its emotional intensity, moral dilemmas, and exploration of family bonds, making her the only female director to have won an Oscar, a Golden Globe, a European Film Award, and a Primetime Emmy—cementing her place as a truly international storyteller.
Film Title: IN A BETTER WORLD | 2010 | 118 Mins | Denmark & Sweden | Danish, Swedish, English, Arabic with English Subtitles.
About the film: Anton, a Danish doctor, divides his time between his home in a small Danish town and his humanitarian work in an African refugee camp. His marriage to Marianne is strained, and their two sons struggle with the family’s instability. Meanwhile, Christian, a boy grieving his mother’s death, befriends Anton’s son Elias, and together they face bullying and violence at school. Christian’s anger and thirst for revenge escalate, drawing Elias into dangerous situations. As Anton confronts brutality in Africa and moral dilemmas at home, the film examines the fragile balance between justice and mercy, ultimately questioning whether forgiveness can truly lead to a better world.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!