“Girl from Denmark” is a drama film about the world's first transgender - a man who went through a dangerous and serious operation in order to become a woman. The director of the picture, Tom Hooper, investigated the problem of transgender people and revealed terrible statistics: more than 40% of people with disabilities end their lives by suicide, as society resists them and deprives them of the chance to become themselves.
In Russia, the date of the premiere of the film “A Girl from Denmark” is 2016. Actors fully coped with the task and brilliantly conveyed the subtlety of the feelings of their heroes. Let's consider in more detail who played in the picture.
“Girl from Denmark”: actors and roles
The main role was played by Eddie Redmayne (Einar Wegener, Lily Elbe). Other actors "Girls from Denmark", who became his partners on the set:
- Alicia Vikander - Mrs. Wegener.
- Amber Heard - Ulla Paulson.
- Matthias Schonarts - Hans Axgill.
- Ben Wishaw - Henrik.
- Sebastian Koch - Professor Varnekros.
Eddie redmayne
The main actor of “Girls from Denmark” is known for films such as “Theory of Everything”, where he played the outstanding scientist Stephen Hawking, “Fantastic creatures and their habitat”, “Ascent of Jupiter”, “Another of the Boleyn family”. He received the title of Officer of the Order of the British Empire for outstanding services in drama, an Oscar winner, was awarded the Golden Globe, Tony Award, Olivier Lawrence Award and the British Film Academy Award.
Edward was born on January 6, 1982 in the British family of banker Richard Redmayne and Patricia Burke - the owner of the transport corporation. Edward was always in a cheerful environment of his many relatives. Shakespeare's theatrical work A Midsummer Night's Dream made a lasting impression on the future actor. Acting craft completely captured the eight-year-old boy and set the vector for his whole life.
Radmain studied at Eton College with Prince William and other members of aristocratic families. It was the innate high vulnerability and sensitivity that allowed him to play dramatic roles with such brilliance. The very first role of the actor took place in the Globe Theater in the play of Shakespeare's fateful for him - "Twelfth Night."
Acting skills helped Eddie successfully work in the modeling business. He was the face of such world brands as Prada, Burberry, becoming for many fans an icon of style.
Alicia Vikander
In the film "Girl from Denmark", the actress played the role of the artist and the wife of the protagonist, for whom she was awarded the Oscar, as well as the Screen Actors Guild of the United States.
Alicia is from Sweden and was born on October 3, 1988 in the family of a famous actress and psychotherapist. A great creative influence on the upbringing of the girl was exerted by her mother, Maria Vikander. Choreography, vocals, drama circles became the main hobbies of the child and formed a desire to act in films. The girl was professionally engaged in ballet. She sought to take on any roles that offered her, in the hope of being noticed. She played in the films Anna Karenina, Purity, My Name is Love, Lara Croft and others. The actress gives her fans a good example of the ability to achieve their goals, hard work, perseverance and self-confidence.
Amber Heard
American actress and model, known for the films “The Rum Diary”, “Zombieland”, “Pineapple Express”, etc. According to Maxim magazine, the actress entered the hundred of the sexiest women of 2009. Also known for the scandalous divorce from Johnny Depp.
Matthias Schonarts
One of the most recognizable European actors, popularly referred to as the “Belgian diamond”.
Known for films such as “Rust and Bone”, “Bychara”, and after the release of the film “Girl from Denmark”, where the actor is like two drops of water similar to Russian President Vladimir Putin, his popularity has increased significantly. In 2012, Matthias was awarded the Oscar, in 2013 - the Cesar. The actor does not even think to relax and has already signed several contracts for filming in films.
Ben Wishaw
An actor from Britain, known for the films "Perfumer" (the role of the main character - Grenouille), "Cloud Atlas", "007: the coordinates of Skyfall." He was awarded numerous awards for excellent acting: Bambi Awards, Verona Love Screens Film, Independent Spirit Award, Emmy, BAFTA TV, Rising Star (BAFTA Award), etc. The actor periodically appears in television programs, as well as in Broadway productions.
Sebastian Koch
The German film actor is known for his versatility - he knows how to play completely diverse roles. The dream of becoming a musician was changed by the meeting of Sebastian with the director Klaus Paulmann, which was a turning point in the fate of this talented person.
In addition to “Girls from Denmark”, the actor starred in such films: “Pirates of the Aegean”, “Vatican”, “In the Shadow”, “Die Hard”.
A bit about the film "Girl from Denmark"
Despite the small budget of the film, he made a great impression on numerous viewers. And even won the Oscar, as it reveals a rather sensitive topic, especially relevant in our time. Now more and more often you can hear talk about this. Society is gradually beginning to realize that such a phenomenon as transgenderism does exist, and these people need the support of society. Their experiences are very strong, some do not stand it - and it all ends with suicide.
The actors of the film “Girls from Denmark” tried to recreate the story that actually happened. This story is about sincere love, humanity, fortitude. About the world's first sex change operation. With a huge risk to life, because at that time there were not even antibiotics. A man, wanting to find a real self, went for it. Because it’s important for people to be themselves, to feel their integrity, and this is stronger than the fear of death.
Many people wonder why the actor Eddie Redmayne, and not the real transgender, was invited to the main role in the film “Girl from Denmark”. The fact is that thanks to his amazing talent and wide experience in performing female roles, this actor makes him love himself and causes empathy of the audience.
Actors "Girls from Denmark" were able to show the viewer that all adversity and obstacles defeats love. It is she who helps us to be better than we really are.