Synopsis
The Celebration is a dark drama-comedy about a family gathering to celebrate their father's 60th birthday. When the eldest son gives a speech revealing their father's darkest secrets, the event descends into chaos.
Did You Know?
- It is the first film of the Dogme 95 movement.
- The entire film was shot with a handheld Sony DCR-PC3.
- None of the scenes were lit artificially.
- All the actors did their own makeup and costumes.
- The film was made in accordance with the 'Dogme 95' manifesto.
Iconic Quotes
- Here's to the man who killed my sister. To a murderer.
- I want to make a toast for my mother. I want to tell a little story which took place on Helge's 60th birthday...
- Greetings to you all. Guess who's going to make a speech...
- He deserves to hear the truth. All of Denmark deserves the truth.
- Helge is 60 today. We're celebrating the man.
