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The Uppsala Kidnapping

The Uppsala Kidnapping

A black comedy centered on the real events of the kidnapping that became a viral phenomenon with millions of live followers. Inspired by actual events occurred in Uppsala during Christmas 2011. In a desperate attempt to solve his economic problems Josef Esfarander, a medical student, plans to kidnap a law student from a wealthy family, assisted by his girlfriend Shirin and a credulous friend from high school. Josef strongly believes he achieved the perfect plan, but contrary to all his expectation the carrying out of the kidnapping becomes a farce.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Uppsalakidnappningen
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 2018-08-24
  • Runtime: 88 minutes
  • Rating: 6.3/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Anders Skog Films, Drama Svecia
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.1509
  • Languages: Swedish

Cast & Crew

Poyan Karimi

Poyan Karimi

as Josef Esfarander

Peter Åström

Peter Åström

as Henning Olausson

Rasmus Luthander

Rasmus Luthander

as Sebastian Åhlund

Shirin Golchin

Shirin Golchin

as Shirin Darvish

Pierre Dahlander

Pierre Dahlander

as Rolf Pettersson

Ulf Nyberg

Ulf Nyberg

as Kalle

Gabriella Boris

Gabriella Boris

as Marianne

Gunilla Paulsen

Gunilla Paulsen

as Lena

Dan Johansson

Dan Johansson

as Klas

Mina Azarian

Mina Azarian

as Shirin's mother

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Keywords

kidnapping

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Uppsala Kidnapping?

The Uppsala Kidnapping is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2018-08-24.

Who are the main actors in The Uppsala Kidnapping?

The main cast includes Poyan Karimi, Peter Åström, Rasmus Luthander, Shirin Golchin, Pierre Dahlander, .

Where can I watch The Uppsala Kidnapping online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Uppsala Kidnapping is available.

Is The Uppsala Kidnapping based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Uppsala Kidnapping?

The Uppsala Kidnapping has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Uppsala Kidnapping?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Uppsala Kidnapping?

The soundtrack was composed by Anders Skog Films, Drama Svecia. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Uppsala Kidnapping filmed?

The Uppsala Kidnapping was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Uppsala Kidnapping?

The total runtime of The Uppsala Kidnapping is 88 minutes.

Is The Uppsala Kidnapping suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Uppsala Kidnapping?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Uppsala Kidnapping.

Does The Uppsala Kidnapping have a post-credit scene?

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