Cast
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Nicolas Bro
as Hasse
Dejan Čukić
as Claus
Rikke Lylloff
as Maya
Adam Brix
as Jobkonsulent
Michel Saouma
as Michel
Oscar Dyekjær Giese
as Silas
Dya Josefine Hauch
as Bitten
Janus Nabil Bakrawi
as Henrik
Nanna Finding Koppel
as Caroline
Jesper Hyldegaard
as Preben
Serpentine Teyssier
as Serpentine
Lin Kun Wu
as Onkel
Vojkan Fatic
as Vojkan
John Venning
as Gamemaster
Wei Xu
as Wong
Crew
Director
- Christian Dyekjær
Writer
- Christian Dyekjær
- Rasmus Horskjær
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Fantasten examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Christian Dyekjær 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2017, 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 Fantasten took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 52 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 2, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 37m