The Five Obstructions
In 1967, experimental filmmaker Jorgen Leth created a striking short film, The Perfect Human, starring a man and women sitting in a box while a narrator poses questions about their relationship and humanity. Years later, Danish director Lars von Trier made a deal with Leth to remake his film five times, each under a different set of circumstances and with von Trier's strictly prescribed rules. As Leth completes each challenge, von Trier creates increasingly further elaborate stipulations.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: De fem benspænd
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2003-11-07
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Rating: 6.9/10 (159 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $279,032
- Production Companies: Panic Productions, Wajnbrosse Productions, Almaz Film Productions, Zentropa Entertainments
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.5631
- Languages: Danish, English, French, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Jørgen Leth
as Voice-over (from Det perfekte menneske) / Self - Director / +
Lars von Trier
as Self / Obstructor (segment "The Conversations")
Claus Nissen
as The Perfect Man (from Det perfekte menneske) (archive footage)
Majken Algren Nielsen
as The Perfect Woman (from Det perfekte menneske) (archive footage)
Daniel Hernandez Rodriguez
as The Perfect Man (segment "Cuba")
Jacqueline Arenal
as The Perfect Woman (segment "Cuba")
Vivian Rosa
as (segment "Cuba")
Patrick Bauchau
as The Perfect Man / Voice-over (Brussels) / Speaker (Cartoon)
Alexandra Vandernoot
as The Perfect Woman (segment "Brussels")
Marie Dejaer
as Maid (segment "Brussels")
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The Five Obstructions | Trailer | BELDOCS 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Five Obstructions?▼
The Five Obstructions is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2003-11-07.
Who are the main actors in The Five Obstructions?▼
The main cast includes Jørgen Leth, Lars von Trier, Claus Nissen, Majken Algren Nielsen, Daniel Hernandez Rodriguez, .
Where can I watch The Five Obstructions online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Five Obstructions is available.
Is The Five Obstructions based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Five Obstructions?▼
The Five Obstructions has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 159 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Five Obstructions?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $279,032 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Five Obstructions?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Panic Productions, Wajnbrosse Productions, Almaz Film Productions, Zentropa Entertainments. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Five Obstructions filmed?▼
The Five Obstructions was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Five Obstructions?▼
The total runtime of The Five Obstructions is 90 minutes.
Is The Five Obstructions suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Five Obstructions?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Five Obstructions.
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