The Danish Girl
Focus Features | Release Date: November 27, 2015
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amheretojudgeFeb 17, 2018
don't you wish you could paint like that..

The Danish Girl The inner sexuality's origin, creation and wielding of it is covered up in the first act with innocence and suave tone building up the essence of what dreadful events are about todon't you wish you could paint like that..

The Danish Girl

The inner sexuality's origin, creation and wielding of it is covered up in the first act with innocence and suave tone building up the essence of what dreadful events are about to come on the rest of the feature. The Danish Girl contains gripping screenplay, mild natured palpable environment supported by majestic performances and emotions pouring out on the screen. Tom Hooper's vision and the on paper script comes alive in each and every stills of the movie and he deserves all the credit for it. Eddie Redmayne is soothing on screen and offers the most innocent performance whilst performing the boldest scenes proving once again why he is one of the finest talents at the current time and with a perfect supporting cast like Alicia Vikander helping the audience sail smoothly to the shore. The Danish Girl represents sexual phases innocently with brittle forces emerging from each characters allowing the audience live among them resulting into one of the finest art that cinema ever introduced.… Expand
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lukechristianscMar 13, 2016
Eddie Redmayne is in another extraordinary film where he goes deeper than we ever seen him in, he shines along with his co-star Alicia Vikander (Ex Machina). This film has a strong message about loving yourself and how love isn't defined byEddie Redmayne is in another extraordinary film where he goes deeper than we ever seen him in, he shines along with his co-star Alicia Vikander (Ex Machina). This film has a strong message about loving yourself and how love isn't defined by sexual orientation, gender, it's about the soul and the film explains that all well. The film is set in Copenhagen in the mid 1920's, portrait painter Gerda Wegener (Alicia Vikander) asks her husband Einar Wegener (Eddie Redmayne) who is also a painter, but he's a landscape painter who poses in for Gerda's painting as a favor for Gerda while she's waiting for her model to arrive. He dons silk stockings and matching pumps, and he's embarrassed by it, then it slowly returns to a confusing confrontation with his feelings he repressed since childhood. Dressing for a masquerade ball, the delicate placing of his hands and crossing of his legs literally turns him on. Drawn to a double life as Einar and his shy but alluring "cousin Lili" he conceals dual personality that nearly drives him to suicide. Director Tom Hooper (The King's Speech) is a true visionary, he does a beautiful job with making Lucinda Coxin's screenplay into real life. Redmayne and Vikander are the best part of this film they make this movie better they helm the film and they play their characters really well. 5 out of 5 stars… Expand
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NerdConsultantJan 3, 2016
it's a beautifully shot film and tells a very emotional story that is backed up well by Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikanders's fantastic performances and Tom Hooper's seamless direction. the film has a slight pacing issue at the beginning andit's a beautifully shot film and tells a very emotional story that is backed up well by Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikanders's fantastic performances and Tom Hooper's seamless direction. the film has a slight pacing issue at the beginning and some scenes feel tacked on and unnecessary but fortunately it recovers in order to shed light on a serious issue that is still relevant today in a mature and sympathetic way which will touch many people… Expand
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JohnMasterLJan 27, 2016
The strength of this film are the performances, i could hardly look at Eddie Redmayne without stop thinking about Stephen Hawking for his brilliant performance in 'The theory of everything"; but after his amazing transformation in this film,The strength of this film are the performances, i could hardly look at Eddie Redmayne without stop thinking about Stephen Hawking for his brilliant performance in 'The theory of everything"; but after his amazing transformation in this film, Hawking disappeared from my memory. See Redmayne as "Lili" is a thing from another world, is bright and striking. We cannot forget the incredible Alicia Vikander that was bright.
As I said, the strength of this film are the performances, as the story is somewhat loose, feels forced in some situations to create "a profound drama and moving" but does not end to convince.
Does Redmayne will win the Oscar? No. .. DiCaprio is much better in all aspects ...

Review en Español:
Lo fuerte de esta película son las actuaciones, me costaba mirar a Eddie Redmayne sin dejar de pensar en Stephen Hawking por su brillante actuación en "La teoría del todo"; pero después de su increíble transformación en esta película, Hawking desapareció de mi memoria. Ver a Redmayne como "Lili" es cosa de otro mundo, es brillante e impactante. No podemos olvidar a la increíble Alicia Vikander que estuvo brillante.
Como dije, lo fuerte de esta película son las actuaciones, pues la historia es algo floja, se siente forzada en algunas situaciones para crear "un drama profundo y conmovedor" pero no termina por convencer.

¿Redmayne volverá a ganar el Oscar?... No... DiCaprio es mucho mejor en todos los aspectos...… Expand
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CynrunnerJan 1, 2016
This is an important movie to have been made right now. You could not hear a pin drop in the audience while I watched it tonight in Los Angeles. Most were "moved". I found it interesting, raw, & beautiful. Made me sad in the end, justThis is an important movie to have been made right now. You could not hear a pin drop in the audience while I watched it tonight in Los Angeles. Most were "moved". I found it interesting, raw, & beautiful. Made me sad in the end, just sitting there reflecting on the lives of the people in the movie.… Expand
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Fountain2209Jan 2, 2016
Beautifully acted by the 2 leads. Very poignant movie; Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vakander delivered a sad but inspiring story given the fact that this happened early last century. I loved it
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royphishoohDec 28, 2015
Another excellent performance by Redmayne; head and shoulders above the majority of current Hollywood fare, Danish Girl tells an uncomfortable story in a sensitive way. Don't know how it'll play in Boondocks New Mexico though...
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BarneyOnMTJan 21, 2016
WHAT I LIKED: This film is about characters, and the message behind their stories. This focus on their confusion and situations really makes you think and empathise with them - helped by an incredible acting performance from Redmayne
WHAT IWHAT I LIKED: This film is about characters, and the message behind their stories. This focus on their confusion and situations really makes you think and empathise with them - helped by an incredible acting performance from Redmayne
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: Somehow you leave the cinema not quite emotionally satisfied. Sure it makes you think, but the focus truly on 2 characters for 2 solid hours, where little really "happens," means its slightly dragged out. Perhaps that's just me, but by the ending I wasn't particularly emotionally involved
VERDICT: 'The Danish Girl' proves Redmayne isn't planning on stopping being amazing any time soon - it could just have been a more emotionally engaging story overall.… Expand
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beingryanjudeNov 29, 2015
Telling the tale of the world's very first gender-confirmation surgery is certainly no easy task. THE DANISH GIRL, whose production began before Tom Hooper's Oscar-winning THE KING'S SPEECH, is handled delicately but with the bold prowessTelling the tale of the world's very first gender-confirmation surgery is certainly no easy task. THE DANISH GIRL, whose production began before Tom Hooper's Oscar-winning THE KING'S SPEECH, is handled delicately but with the bold prowess needed. Eddie Redmayne transforms himself once again - with newcomer Alicia Vikander proving she is the latest of the great actresses of our time.… Expand
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francisrgoDec 13, 2015
"The Danish Girl" focuses on two main subjects: 1) the relationship and bond between husband and wife 2) transgender. Without being overtly political, the movie just gives audience a better understanding of what if feels like when somebody"The Danish Girl" focuses on two main subjects: 1) the relationship and bond between husband and wife 2) transgender. Without being overtly political, the movie just gives audience a better understanding of what if feels like when somebody you truly loves is not able to be fully him/herself and ask the difficult question of what to do next. Gerda portrayed by Alicia Vikander (Ex Machina) has to come to term when Einar portrayed by Eddie Redmayne (Theory of Everything, Jupiter Ascending) realize that he is a woman, or as Lili. He undergoes multiple treatments to fix his chemical imbalance and impurity but it just convinces him more that it is not his body. What makes the film great and a standout of the year is the superb and amazing performance by Alicia and Eddie. You feel vulnerable and powerless.… Expand
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LamontRaymondDec 4, 2015
It's much better than I thought it would be, actually. Alicia Vikander is pretty amazing in her role, and Redmayne just nails the lead. I was happily surprised to see Matthias Schoenaerts as the childhood friend who comes back into Lilly'sIt's much better than I thought it would be, actually. Alicia Vikander is pretty amazing in her role, and Redmayne just nails the lead. I was happily surprised to see Matthias Schoenaerts as the childhood friend who comes back into Lilly's life. Sure, it's a little on the nose, but it's a very good movie.… Expand
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TVJerryJan 4, 2016
Eddie Redmayne & Alicia Vikander play husband/wife painters in Denmark during the early part of the 20th century. He became known as Lily Elbe, one of the first known transgenders to also undergo sexual reassignment surgery. Redmayne isEddie Redmayne & Alicia Vikander play husband/wife painters in Denmark during the early part of the 20th century. He became known as Lily Elbe, one of the first known transgenders to also undergo sexual reassignment surgery. Redmayne is perfect for the role, not only because he makes such a beautiful woman (more so than the real thing: see below), but because he’s such a gifted and brilliantly expressive actor. His delicate nuanced portrayal is exceptionally touching. But this story is about both of them and Vikander also turns in a moving performance. The locations are lovely and the dresses gorgeous, but every plot development takes too long to unfold. Even with the languid pace, this film is a quietly sweet and beautifully tender examination of love and self expression.… Expand
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Brent_MarchantDec 18, 2015
Tom Hooper and Eddie Redmayne (and now Alicia Vikander, too) seem to keep finding ways to knock it out of the park, as they do so well in this sensitive, moving drama about hope, courage and the desire to be oneself. This lavishly producedTom Hooper and Eddie Redmayne (and now Alicia Vikander, too) seem to keep finding ways to knock it out of the park, as they do so well in this sensitive, moving drama about hope, courage and the desire to be oneself. This lavishly produced period piece features superb performances by its two protagonists, backed by excellent production values, gorgeous cinematography and a sweeping soundtrack. The pacing is a bit sluggish in a few spots, but everything else is top shelf across the board. Clearly one of the year's best, but who wouldn't expect that from the creator of films like "The King's Speech" and "Les Miserables," not to mention the winner of last year's best actor Oscar?… Expand
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draycraftJan 1, 2016
An amazing performance by Eddie Redmayne. It's the tragic, beautiful, sad and moving love story that left me affected for hours. Deserving of an Oscar.
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Compi24Dec 15, 2015
As Oscar-baity as it may be, its impossible to deny the superb talents within this challenging biopic from Tom Hooper. Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikander's performances lift this somewhat ploddingly paced thinker to substantive levels ofAs Oscar-baity as it may be, its impossible to deny the superb talents within this challenging biopic from Tom Hooper. Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikander's performances lift this somewhat ploddingly paced thinker to substantive levels of emotional depth. High marks also go to Hooper's trademark use of stylish imagery and framing throughout.… Expand
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foxgroveJan 10, 2016
Tom Hooper’s highly anticipated ‘The Danish Girl’ was eventually greeted rather indifferently by the sniffy critics who ultimately only seemed to appreciate the lead performances. Hooper seems to have come in for a lot of critical wrath sinceTom Hooper’s highly anticipated ‘The Danish Girl’ was eventually greeted rather indifferently by the sniffy critics who ultimately only seemed to appreciate the lead performances. Hooper seems to have come in for a lot of critical wrath since winning an Oscar for his least enjoyable film, ‘The King’s Speech’, and both his subsequent movies ‘Les Miserables’, and now this seem to have as many detractors as fans. The former group leaves me head scratchingly perplexed at this negativity as both films are beautifully conceived and marvellously acted examples of what cinema is all about. ‘The Danish Girl’ is a fascinating and, despite its two hour length, a concisely told and emotionally complex true story about transgender pioneer Lili Erbe. The film is a gorgeous prestige production from the beautiful locations in Paris and Copenhagen, through its breath taking production and costume designs, right down to the top notch performances of the two leads. Fresh from his Oscar winning success last year in ‘The Theory of Everything’, Eddie Redmayne is again very good. However, it has to be said that he does somewhat over do the coyness of the emerging Lili and, even at this early stage in his career, certain mannerisms and gestures are becoming quite identifiable within his repertoire. It is also unfortunate for him that in both his Oscar winning role and now here he has been somewhat overshadowed by his leading ladies. Felicity Jones stole the show in ‘Theory’ and a revelatory Alicia Vikander almost single handedly rains on his parade here. She runs a gauntlet of emotions and is heartbreakingly compelling. She becomes the film’s focal point and its soul without unbalancing the drama. Hooper’s direction is assured and there is a brevity in the editing to keep the pace interesting without seeming to trivialise or rush the complex and important story being told. If all this isn’t enough to make you squeeze out the odd tear then Alexander Desplat’s beautiful score will complete the task.… Expand
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moviemitch96Dec 29, 2015
Yes I do have to admit that this film was and felt very Oscar-baity, but at the same time it's hard to deny the talent that's put together onscreen. Hot off his best actor Oscar victory, Eddie Redmayne does what anyone who just barely won anYes I do have to admit that this film was and felt very Oscar-baity, but at the same time it's hard to deny the talent that's put together onscreen. Hot off his best actor Oscar victory, Eddie Redmayne does what anyone who just barely won an Oscar would do, which is to find yet another Oscar-baity role. Despite this however, I must admit that his performance in this is much more emotionally driven and moving than his performance in The Theory of Everything was. In fact, if I had any say, I'd have had Michael Keaton (who deserved the Oscar for Birdman MUCH more than Redmayne did last year) win for last year instead of Redmayne and then have Redmayne win for this film instead. Alicia Vikander gives an equally worthy and heartbreaking performance. Overall, the film is made up to look pretty and appealing (mainly to attract Oscars of course), but honestly I found it not quite up to the same level that director Tom Hooper's previous films have been. I also found it to be a bit more melodramatic and dragged out than I would've liked. However, like I said before, Redmayne and Vikander's talents are enough to the make the film at least somewhat worthwhile.… Expand
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GamingNinjaFeb 16, 2016
The main subject won't be for everyone as it is still a delicate sensitive subject.
But what it does do it does superb without a doubt.
Some of the best acting and cinematography of the year. With beautiful shot scenes and sublimeThe main subject won't be for everyone as it is still a delicate sensitive subject.
But what it does do it does superb without a doubt.
Some of the best acting and cinematography of the year.
With beautiful shot scenes and sublime performance from main actors.
If you have a open mind you will enjoy this movie.… Expand
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ednacaldeiraJan 10, 2016
The Danish Girl portrays beautifully the struggles of the very first trans-gender person. It's an absolute masterpiece. Eddie Redmayne managed to touch my soul and come to understand fully any trans-gender out there. Although i'm not keen onThe Danish Girl portrays beautifully the struggles of the very first trans-gender person. It's an absolute masterpiece. Eddie Redmayne managed to touch my soul and come to understand fully any trans-gender out there. Although i'm not keen on the way Alicia handled Gerda i'm still blown away by her performance. From costumes to scenery everything is marvellous an the aesthetics are on point. Amazing movie.… Expand
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JacobAug 24, 2016
The Danish Girl provides an intense exploration of transgender. REdyeme perfectly captures the struggle of someone torn between two identities at a time when transgender was a not a norm and there was no clear path. While the prevelance ofThe Danish Girl provides an intense exploration of transgender. REdyeme perfectly captures the struggle of someone torn between two identities at a time when transgender was a not a norm and there was no clear path. While the prevelance of such behavior makes this struggle nto as severe it is still a major and relevant part of our society. The content of this film and Redyeme’s performance make shtis a film worth seeing.… Expand
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MikefromAngusFeb 27, 2018
the average critics score of 66 is the perfect rating of this movie. I enjoyed watching it, kept me interested. Makes you understand, what it means to be born in a male body while having a female mind. I recommend watching it.
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NedRyerson1Jan 25, 2016
The Danish Girl touches a topic that has been arising for decades, but only for the past few years has reached public’s acceptance. Maybe it was the perfect time for release a movie telling the story about transgender, getting people insideThe Danish Girl touches a topic that has been arising for decades, but only for the past few years has reached public’s acceptance. Maybe it was the perfect time for release a movie telling the story about transgender, getting people inside the mind of one, experiencing the very little things of life as the protagonist does and becoming part of the changing process. The problems of the film start when the audience only notices small conflicts in the protagonist, even though his mind was already set; he made a decision that cannot be taken overnight, and that struggling is missing, diminishing the credibility of the plot. Here is where Einar’s wife becomes so important, because she represents the “common thought” and in her the struggle is strong enough to split up her life, making she debates between what she wants and what is best for her loved one; this brings back reality to our scenario. The performance of Vikander is awesome transmitting the thing said before, but Redmayne is again superb and really committed to his part. Honorable mention to cinematography and Alexandre Desplat’s soundtrack.… Expand
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LeZeeFeb 24, 2016
An important biopic, but not inspiring.

Before this film hitting the screens, I remember many experts were expecting it doing well at the Oscars. Now it's got 4 Oscar nods, even though it is very sad the movie is a hit and miss. A slippedAn important biopic, but not inspiring.

Before this film hitting the screens, I remember many experts were expecting it doing well at the Oscars. Now it's got 4 Oscar nods, even though it is very sad the movie is a hit and miss. A slipped away opportunity, had a great storyline, but the outcome was decent. An important historical biopic, at least for a certain section of the audience. I respect that, but it did not impress me as I anticipated.

From the Academy Award winning director for the movie 'The King's Speech', and the last year's winner for a lead role, Eddie Reddmayne together did not deliver the expected masterpiece. But Alicia Vikander was so good, another brilliant co-female-star display just like Felicity Jones from Eddie's previous movie 'The Theory of Everything'. If I were a jury I would definitely give the supporting actress award to her, that's the result I'm hoping for in the next Sunday.

The actor did a hard work for the title role, in the many scenes he mastered it, but that's where I slightly disappointed. I felt his character was a little intense, maybe I'm not getting him because I'm straight. The locations, costumes, even the direction and music were good. Both the lead actors kind looks alike, no doubt on the casting, but it only should have been a bit better in exhibiting story.

Maybe the pace should have been a little quicker as well as some sentimentally appealing scenes would have done good. I desperate to give more marks, but I can't go beyond this. I won't consider it a bad flick, what I meant was a missed opportunity to be a masterpiece. So overall, it is a good watch.

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imjoedavidsonSep 2, 2016
This film collapses circles and shows that life is not always as simple as we think it might be. An all in performance coupled with a powerful script. This is a must watch for any generation. Touching gripping and unapologetically well acted.This film collapses circles and shows that life is not always as simple as we think it might be. An all in performance coupled with a powerful script. This is a must watch for any generation. Touching gripping and unapologetically well acted. An unforgettable performance by Eddie Redmayne.… Expand
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TheApplegnomeMar 19, 2016
A great and thought-provoking drama with a constant trait of all-knowing human sides like love & obsession. It’s a stunning and stylish story that never ends to impress, with its progressive way of presenting this clear and well doneA great and thought-provoking drama with a constant trait of all-knowing human sides like love & obsession. It’s a stunning and stylish story that never ends to impress, with its progressive way of presenting this clear and well done character arc; an arc that makes you feel Lili Elbe’s inner fight against the strong want-to; to be able to love, and to be who we are, and not to hide. It might be a bit controversial, but “The Danish Girl” does stand out with its great and bad aspects. Two are exemplary lightning and very character fitting music; meanwhile mixed editing-quality, misplaced cinematography & some fragments of overacting might be some of the greatest disadvantages of having a such ambitious drama. But the higher purpose of this film overwhelms the downsides by tenfold. It’s the drama we need more of, even though many out there probably will misjudge the whole gender-part.

Personal rating: 80/100

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CineAutoctonoMar 13, 2016
"The Danish Girl" was a dramatic story, where a man like Einar Wegner becomes a woman , knowing that there is a woman in a man. Eddie Redmayne 's performance and Alicia Vikander are very outstanding , the story was touching.
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marciiMar 11, 2016
I'll give thousands points to this film. It was outstanding, gripping, exciting, heartbreaking, full with emotion and drama and my attention has never stopped for a moment. Alicia worthily got her Oscar for her playing, she was amazing.
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smiyamotApr 2, 2016
A good movie about transsexuals in the 1930's, when there was no medical knowledge on the topic. Even better is the acting. Eddie Redmayne is amazing, starting as a loving husband trying to have a child with his wife, then slowly changingA good movie about transsexuals in the 1930's, when there was no medical knowledge on the topic. Even better is the acting. Eddie Redmayne is amazing, starting as a loving husband trying to have a child with his wife, then slowly changing in attitude and physical portrayal to a woman.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeFeb 25, 2016
Ok, you people are seriously running out of ideas... I mean really... "Oscar bait"... I love to see it on only one review, but on more than one review is just seriously a lack of originality. Don't get so repetitive, people. Grant some newOk, you people are seriously running out of ideas... I mean really... "Oscar bait"... I love to see it on only one review, but on more than one review is just seriously a lack of originality. Don't get so repetitive, people. Grant some new ideas. That's why you have a brain. Think what you're about to type before actually typing it, but don't think too hard. The Danish Girl is sent from America to Danish to show Danish a good film when they see one.… Expand
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Wesley_orphanJan 29, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gostei da mensagem passada, mas o filme peca em ser muito previsível, é emocionante e bonito, em todo momento torcemos para que Lili consiga concluir seu objetivo e quando a mesma consegue isso acaba matando-a, claro que trata-se de uma adaptação mas o roteiro poderia surpreender de alguma forma.… Expand
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KozakBohdanFeb 7, 2016
I think this is an important film, which have to say something definite. First, this is not a film about sexuality, neither of transgender nor of homosexual at all. Secondly, this is not a film about transformation and therefore not aI think this is an important film, which have to say something definite. First, this is not a film about sexuality, neither of transgender nor of homosexual at all. Secondly, this is not a film about transformation and therefore not a self-made.

The film is about the limit of liberalism that is reflected (at least put a question) at context of liberalism. We see a classic drama contradiction between collective (family and those relationships that are formed between people) and individual. These are dialectical forces.

The film beautifully illustrates how individualism (a legitimate desire to be yourself) destroys yourself through rejection of collective significance. Einar Wegener so rush to their own identity that destroyed a family. Despite the actual death, he dies symbolic because beyond happy family relationships did not exist, as there is no man outside society. It's like leave the village at night winter forest and die there.

Limit of liberalism - a meaningful limit of individuality. We perhaps the word limit is used here not quite correct. Perhaps quite the contrary liberalism have an aim to break the limitations of individualism, and the film shows how the individual psycho-physical determinism destroys him, because freedom that leads nowhere, not freedom.… Expand
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jameswildJul 25, 2016
"The Danish Girl" is an outstanding work of drama, showing the struggles of a man finding himself to be a woman at heart and the change that he experiences, as a pioneer in the Transgender community, the director has created a raw yet"The Danish Girl" is an outstanding work of drama, showing the struggles of a man finding himself to be a woman at heart and the change that he experiences, as a pioneer in the Transgender community, the director has created a raw yet beautiful film that never fails to make an audience smile and cry, the performance by Eddie is absolutely outstanding, interestingly, his character is a more beautiful woman than many that I know. This film is very important for the progressive society, showing the human aspects of such a difficult transformation.… Expand
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greatjumel08Aug 4, 2016
Danish Girl is a film about love and gender. It is beautifully combined genre. This true story awakens the society of the existence, the reborn of the third sex. Neither family nor science nor gods can cure it. It is sad that back then thatDanish Girl is a film about love and gender. It is beautifully combined genre. This true story awakens the society of the existence, the reborn of the third sex. Neither family nor science nor gods can cure it. It is sad that back then that it is considered as a disease that is physically and morally wrong. The perfectionist society in those generations hardly tried to accept it, to accept them for what they are and who they are. However, the hatred still continue until now and maybe in next generations. This explains that no one understands them. It is not sickness. It is not a curse. They are not different. Because like everyone, they are human.… Expand
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alejandro970Mar 11, 2018
Heartbreaking, compelling true life story of a marriage that become an uncommon liaison artist - model and the unexpected consequences. A deep reflexión about confused identity, self esteem and tolerance.
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m2everettJan 7, 2017
This moving drama is a film that everyone should watch. It is a wonderful story about finding oneself, and doing something about it, even though it is extremely dangerous. The story is told in a thoughtful and sensitive screenplay.
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ReniareJan 17, 2017
Los actores fabulosos ,muy buena interpretación ,hacen que te metas mucho dentro de la historia,y preciosa historia . Lo único que él final es muy triste . Película para volver a ver sin duda.
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BulgarianCriticNov 21, 2018
Man this was a really interesting movie.The actors all played fantastically and i was even wondering if the main actor Eddie Redmayne was actually a girl trapped in a mans body in real life since he played the role amazingly.I suggest youMan this was a really interesting movie.The actors all played fantastically and i was even wondering if the main actor Eddie Redmayne was actually a girl trapped in a mans body in real life since he played the role amazingly.I suggest you give this movie a watch… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 20, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film features some quite quiet dialogue, which anyone hard of hearing may struggle to fully follow but there are subtitles available on the DVD, if thats any consellation. Due to the plot and the lack of social acceptance and wider understanding of the main issue, its not exactly surprising that things are talked about quietly.

I found myself feeling quite sorry for the main character, Lili/Einar. To me, he appeared to show his emotions quite clearly on his sleeve (or, should I say, on her dress?). His reluctance and fear of what may happen if he were to be found out makes him appear somewhat fragile and quite sensitive, which I suppose to a small extent I could relate to. I found it interesting how his marriage was affected, given that it was his wife who originally encouraged him to pose as a female - their relationship is inevitably put under strain and I felt that both Eddie Redmayne, who plays Einar, and Alicia Vikander, who plays Gerda, gave great performances and seemed very plausible/believable in their roles, with Redmayne showing a real vulnerability in his eyes as Einar. Other cast members present include Amber Heard as Ulla and Ben Whishaw as Henrick.

I think it'd be fair to say that the film had a slightly haunting feel, which I'm not sure quite how to describe, other than to say that it seemed somewhat like I was watching a long, animated painting. Yes the film is about artists and it features paintings, well both paintings and drawings but I feel that there's a sensitivity to the subject matter and within the characters themselves, which made it seem almost as if it was some sort of long animated painting equivalent. While the plot is slow, that allows for the viewer to feel as if they really know and understand better where Einar is, emotionally and to imagine what difficult decisions he realises he may have to make.

More generally, I felt it was quite an immersive watch, with some good classical music pieces played to add to the tension felt in key scenes. I found myself feeling quite worried about what the ultimate outcome may be in terms of Einars future and I found some scenes quite moving - not due to any sexual content or meaning but other reasons, although I won't go in to that so as not to give any spoilers. I really felt that the two characters brought this film to life and it made me wonder about how prevalent cross dressing possibly was at that time (the 1920s).

Speaking of content, obviously this film contains sex references and some partial (mostly relatively brief) nudity, as well as moderate violence and overall its somewhat sombre in tone, due to the mature themes present. It has been given a 15 rating due to this.

When I thought about it, this film really didn't seem particularly tacky, although it potentially could have, given the plot. I think that gives you an idea of how well made it is. It was quite sad and moving and while not exactly perfect, it was quite a memorable film.

I would recommend this film as I felt it was well made, with great performances, a good use of music and an interesting plot. It is a bit slow as far as the plot pace is concerned and there are numerous scenes featuring whispered dialogue, which may well frustrate some but overall I very much liked this film and would recommend it to others. I would particularly recommend it if your keen on dialogue driven films, or more specifically, character focussed films.… Expand
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