Overview
A journey of self-discovery unfolds in the enchanting streets of Copenhagen, where love and family secrets intertwine.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- wistful
- tender
- intimate
- quiet evening
- date night
What critics said
Critics broadly praised the film as an absorbing, emotionally nuanced coming-of-age romance anchored by Frederikke Dahl Hansen’s spontaneous performance.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
William’s European journey and exploration of Copenhagen force him to confront emotional immaturity and family history.
William’s attraction to Effy is shaped by their unusual age difference and her blend of youthful energy and wisdom.
Copenhagen’s identity as William’s father’s birthplace turns the city into a route through personal and familial discovery.
William’s connection with Effy coincides with his investigation into his grandfather and his family’s sordid past.
Films like Copenhagen, and why
Before Sunrise
coming-of-age romance shaped by travel, emotional immaturity, and an unexpected intimate connection
EuroTrip
European travel atmosphere, youthful self-discovery, and conversational romantic tension
The Spectacular Now
indie coming-of-age drama balancing romance, family history, and a distinctly local setting
Like Crazy
tender young-adult romance with wistful discovery and emotionally complicated relationships
Movie Details
- Director
- Mark Raso
- Release Date
- 2014-10-03
- Runtime
- 98 min
- Rating
- 6.6 / 10 (221)
Cast
- Gethin Anthony
- Frederikke Dahl Hansen
- Sebastian Armesto
- Olivia Grant
- Baard Owe
- Tamzin Merchant
- Mille Dinesen
- Martin Hestbæk
- Silja Eriksen Jensen
- Gordon Kennedy
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel
- Rent
- Google Play Movies, YouTube
- Buy
- Google Play Movies, YouTube
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Copenhagen about?
- A drifting young traveler discovers romance, responsibility, and unsettling family truths while searching for his grandfather in Copenhagen.
- What is Copenhagen like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Copenhagen as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Copenhagen violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Copenhagen.
- What did critics think of Copenhagen?
- Critics broadly praised the film as an absorbing, emotionally nuanced coming-of-age romance anchored by Frederikke Dahl Hansen’s spontaneous performance.
- Which films are like Copenhagen?
- Films with a similar feel include Before Sunrise, EuroTrip, The Spectacular Now, and Like Crazy.
- How long is Copenhagen?
- Copenhagen runs 98 minutes.
- Where can I watch Copenhagen?
- In United States, Copenhagen streams on Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel.
