The Celebration

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Sergio A @Sergio83 Jun 1 Festen feels both like the beginning of Dogme 95 and one of its ultimate achievements. It carries the energy of an early film born from a movement with genuinely good intentions, and that honesty can be felt in every scene. The story and performances are extraordinary, delivered with a naturalism that makes everything feel real and deeply human. Despite the absence of a musical score, you never miss it; the film maintains a compelling rhythm that carries you from beginning to end. We need more films like this not necessarily bound by the Dogme 95 manifesto, but committed to the same simplicity, authenticity, and faith in the power of strong storytelling and great performances. See more Tom F @RT55173143 Mar 21 A disastrous family event is always fun to watch. While I admire the big swings the movie makes, there’s no real payoff. See more acsdoug D @acsdoug Nov 21 this movie took a turn into some unexpected territory. It's not your normal "dysfunctional family" movie, which is probably why I liked it. See more Roger H @RogerPop Nov 14 Pretty amazing movie! The Dogma 95 approach made everything feel alive and real, making me realize how much traditional mainstream films warp what you see into something that barely approaches what you experience in real life. See more Dennui S @dennui Sep 3 Dogma #1, my favorite. A son rips the band aid off on his family's abuse and trauma at a multi-day family reunion for his father's birthday. Excellent performances from some great Danish actors. See more Ava S @avawatches 08/12/2025 The Celebration is a tough watch, full of gaslighting characters, toxic family dynamics, and bombshell secrets; yet, its chaotic descent into drama is what makes the film so intriguing. See more Read all reviews

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