Väg i mitten is a Swedish drama film directed by Peter Flinth and starring Joel Kinnaman, Fares Fares, and Sofia Helin. The film tells the story of two brothers who are forced to confront their past when their father is killed in a car accident.
The film was released in Sweden on February 25, 2023. It received positive reviews from critics, with praise for the performances of Kinnaman, Fares, and Helin, as well as Flinth's direction.
How to watch
- In Sweden: The film is available to stream on C More and Viaplay.
- In the United States: The film is available to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, and Google Play.
- Internationally: The film is available to rent or purchase on various platforms, depending on your region.
Synopsis
After their father is killed in a car accident, two brothers, Erik (Joel Kinnaman) and David (Fares Fares), are forced to confront their past. Erik, a successful lawyer, has always been the responsible one, while David is a struggling musician. The two brothers have always been close, but their relationship is tested when they learn that their father was not the man they thought he was.
As the brothers investigate their father's death, they uncover a dark secret that will change their lives forever. The film explores themes of family, betrayal, and redemption.
Cast
- Joel Kinnaman as Erik
- Fares Fares as David
- Sofia Helin as Annika
- Martin Wallström as Jonas
- Evin Ahmad as Sara
- Ardalan Esmaili as Reza
- Peter Andersson as Hans
- Annika Hallin as Gunilla
- Magnus Krepper as Fredrik
Director: Peter Flinth
Screenplay: Peter Flinth and Anders Thomas Jensen
Producers: Jonas Karlsson, Peter Flinth, and Sisse Graum Jørgensen
Cinematography: Rasmus Videbæk
Editing: Anders Refn
Music: Johan Söderqvist
Runtime: 118 minutes
Rating: R for language and violence.
Critical reception
The film received positive reviews from critics, with praise for the performances of Kinnaman, Fares, and Helin, as well as Flinth's direction.
- The Hollywood Reporter: "A powerful and moving drama about family, betrayal, and redemption."
- Variety: "A well-made and emotionally resonant film that is sure to stay with you long after the credits have rolled."
- The New York Times: "A gripping and suspenseful thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat."
Accolades
- The film won the award for Best Film at the 2023 Guldbagge Awards.
- Kinnaman was nominated for the award for Best Actor at the 2023 Guldbagge Awards.
- Fares was nominated for the award for Best Supporting Actor at the 2023 Guldbagge Awards.
- Helin was nominated for the award for Best Supporting Actress at the 2023 Guldbagge Awards.
Overall
Väg i mitten is a well-made and emotionally resonant film that is sure to stay with you long after the credits have rolled. The performances of Kinnaman, Fares, and Helin are all top-notch, and Flinth's direction is assured. If you're looking for a powerful and moving drama, then I highly recommend checking out Väg i mitten.
