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The Square (2017)

6.7/10 · 1,790 votes 2h 31m r Drama

#146 of 319 films from 2017 #2502 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Ruben Östlund · Written by Ruben Östlund

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Overview

A prestigious Stockholm museum's chief art curator finds himself in times of both professional and personal crisis as he attempts to set up a controversial new exhibit.

Cast

Claes Bangas Christian
Elisabeth Mossas Anne
Dominic Westas Julian
Terry Notaryas Oleg
Christopher Læssøas Michael
Lise Stephenson Engströmas Daughter
Lilianne Mardonas Daughter
Marina Schiptjenkoas Elna
Annica Liljebladas Sonja
Elijandro Edouardas Boy with Letter
Daniel Hallbergas Dark-Haired Advertising Agent
Martin Sööderas Blond Advertising Agent
John Nordlingas Account Manager
Maja Gödickeas Marketing First Assistant

Facts

Release dateAugust 25, 2017
Runtime151 min (2h 31m) — longer as the 2017 average of 107 min
GenresDrama
LanguageSV
Box office$9,494,535
IMDbtt4995790

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Questions

How long is The Square?
The Square runs 151 minutes (2h 31m), which is long for a drama — plan for it.
Is The Square worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 1,790 votes, which places it #146 of 319 films released in 2017 in this index (top 55%) and #2502 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Square?
The Square was directed by Ruben Östlund. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Triangle of Sadness (2022), Force Majeure (2014).
Who stars in The Square?
Claes Bang as Christian; Elisabeth Moss as Anne; Dominic West as Julian; Terry Notary as Oleg; Christopher Læssø as Michael; Lise Stephenson Engström as Daughter.
What is The Square rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Square?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/100677.

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