Cast
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Nikolaj Lie Kaas
as Adrian
Birgitte Hjort Sørensen
as Beate
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
as Severin Geertsen
Steven Berkoff
as Jack Pudovski
Matthias Hues
as Aribert
Bille Brown
as James Hall
Nicolas Bro
as Mikael Feldt
Blerim Destani
as Rudy Huber
Søren Pilmark
as Consul
Kee Chan
as General Karel
Peter Schrøder
as Jacobsen
Birthe Neumann
as Bitten Gabrielsen
Ulf Pilgaard
as Werner Gabrielsen
Gulliver Page
as Tom
John Reynolds
as Ron
Crew
Director
- Tomas Villum Jensen
Writer
- Anders Thomas Jensen
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Adventure/Action/Comedy/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, At World's End distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Tomas Villum Jensen brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2009, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of At World's End took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 99 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 122 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1357 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 172 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2009, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 9, 2009
- Runtime: 1h 39m