A Fortunate Man

A young man breaks free from his devoutly religious family in Western Denmark to pursue an engineering degree.

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Critics Reviews

Ben Kenigsberg New York Times Walk through the room once an hour, and you'll be good. May 2, 2019 Full Review David Walsh World Socialist Web Site A Fortunate Man, book and film, offers large portions of fascinating social, historical and psychological life. Both are also deeply flawed. Jun 27, 2021 Full Review Yasser Medina Cinefilia Every corner of the mise-en-scène is beautifully filmed. It is a good Bille August film. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 7/10 Aug 1, 2020 Full Review Renee Schonfeld Common Sense Media Masterful Danish period drama/love story; some nudity. Rated: 4/5 May 7, 2019 Full Review Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice The visions, flaws, and setbacks of a gifted young man who wants to be a Master of the Universe. Rated: 5/5 Apr 29, 2019 Full Review John Serba Decider A Fortunate Man tends to overstate its themes a little, and can be a touch repetitive, but it's ultimately a story worth telling. Apr 25, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

Jorge N This is a masterpiece Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/24/24 Full Review Mike W If you enjoy classic novels brought to the screen in a way that feels like reading the novel (not easy to pull off), this film is for you. Very interesting character study of a man who can't control his pride and ego and how this blocks his path to success. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/18/24 Full Review John H Great character development. Great casting. Great script. Great cinematography. This was a real surprise film for me, who loves deep complex psychological exploration in a story. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/06/23 Full Review Alexandra H This is a very interesting movie, but somewhat difficult to watch. It involves an unusual understanding of complex human beings and how they evolve. And it is set in an interesting period of Danish history. I learned from this movie and found it gripping. The female romantic lead is incredibly beautiful and appealing. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/15/22 Full Review Audience Member Long and boring, with no redeeming qualities! Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 10/06/21 Full Review william k Intense, stirring and finally heart-wrenching period epic gives a vivid portrayal of a young talented man whose pride and obstinacy boycotts his opportunities despite all the goodness and candor others offer him; wonderfully staged and photographed with a great ensemble. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Read all reviews