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The Idiots (1998)
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A group of perfectly intelligent young people decide to react to society's cult of aimless, non-creative and non-responsible form intellect by living together in a community of 'idiots'. Their primary activity becomes going out into the world of 'normal' people and pretending to be mentally incompetent. They take advantage of this situation to create anarchy, and, by every possible means, to make those around them miserable.
Cast
Bodil Jørgensenas Karen
Jens Albinusas Stoffer
Anne Louise Hassingas Susanne
Troels Lybyas Henrik
Nikolaj Lie Kaasas Jeppe
Louise Mieritzas Josephine
Henrik Pripas Ped
Luis Mesoneroas Miguel
Knud Romer Jørgensenas Axel
Trine Michelsenas Nana
Anne-Grethe Bjarup Riisas Katrine
Paprika Steenas High Class Lady
Erik Wedersøeas Stoffer's Uncle
Michael Moritzenas Man from Municipality
Facts
| Release date | May 20, 1998 |
| Runtime | 110 min (1h 50m) — about the same as the 1998 average of 109 min |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama |
| Original title | Idioterne |
| Language | DA |
| Budget | $2,500,000 |
| Box office | $7,200 (0.0× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0154421 |
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Questions
How long is The Idiots?
The Idiots runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Is The Idiots worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 672 votes, which places it #82 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 34%) and #1625 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Idiots?
The Idiots was directed by Lars von Trier. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dancer in the Dark (2000), Dogville (2003), Breaking the Waves (1996).
Who stars in The Idiots?
Bodil Jørgensen as Karen; Jens Albinus as Stoffer; Anne Louise Hassing as Susanne; Troels Lyby as Henrik; Nikolaj Lie Kaas as Jeppe; Louise Mieritz as Josephine.
What is The Idiots rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Idiots?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/71413.