Matters of the Heart (Danish: Fuld af kærlighed) is a 2024 Danish drama film written and directed by Christina Rosendahl. The film stars Stine Stengade, Lars Ranthe, and Viilbjørk Malling Agger.
It was theatrically released in Denmark on 23 May 2024. It won seven awards at the 42nd Robert Awards, including Best Danish Film.
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Premise
A middle-class family is affected by the father's alcoholism, which has led to disruption in their lives.
Cast
Lars Ranthe as Peter
Stine Stengade as Helen
Viilbjørk Malling Agger as Sofia
Ella Paaske as Jenni
Luca Uhde Jacobsen as Gustav
Viktor Hjelmsø as Nelson
Janus Nabil Bakrawi as Martin
Malaika Berenth Mosendane as Louise
Hanne Hedelund as Nina
Production
Matters of the Heart was inspired by Rosendahl's childhood experiences, including her father's struggle with alcoholism. In 2022, the project received a production grant from the Danish Film Institute under the working title Maskerade.
Release
Matters of the Heart was theatrically released in Denmark on 23 May 2024. The film's gala premiere was originally scheduled to take place at the Imperial Theater, Copenhagen, but was relocated due to sound degradation policies implemented at the venue.