The Absent One 2014
Dive into the chilling Danish thriller *The Absent One* (2014), directed by Mikkel Nørgaard, where justice takes a dark turn.
Director: Mikkel Nørgaard
Cast
Nikolaj Lie Kaas
Carl Mørck
Fares Fares
Hafez el-Assad
Pilou Asbæk
Ditlev Pram
David Dencik
Ulrik Dybbøl
Danica Ćurčić
Kirsten Marie 'Kimmie' Lassen
Sarah-Sofie Boussnina
Kimmie som ung
Johanne Louise Schmidt
Rose Knudsen
Marco Ilsø
Ditlev som ung
Beate Bille
Thelma
Peter Christoffersen
Alberg
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Absent One (2014) about?
*The Absent One* follows Carl Mørck, head of Denmark's Department Q, as he reopens a 20-year-old murder case involving a father's worst nightmare—the brutal death of his young twins. Despite a confession and conviction, Carl and his partner Assad stumble upon glaring flaws in the original investigation, leading them into a labyrinth of deception and unresolved questions.
Who directed The Absent One?
The Absent One (2014) was directed by Mikkel Nørgaard, a Danish filmmaker known for his work in crime thrillers and drama.
Who stars in The Absent One?
The Absent One (2014) features a powerhouse cast including Nikolaj Lie Kaas as Carl Mørck, Fares Fares as Assad, Pilou Asbæk, David Dencik, and Danica Ćurčić.
Is The Absent One (2014) worth watching?
Absolutely—if you enjoy slow-burn crime thrillers with sharp dialogue and atmospheric tension, *The Absent One* delivers. While it doesn't have an IMDb rating, its strong performances, intricate plot, and Danish noir aesthetic make it a standout in the genre. Fans of investigative dramas will appreciate its gripping exploration of justice and memory.
How long is The Absent One?
The Absent One runs for 116 minutes, or just under two hours.
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About The Absent One (2014) — A Gripping Danish Thriller Unraveling a Cold Case
Dive into the chilling Danish thriller *The Absent One* (2014), directed by Mikkel Nørgaard, where justice takes a dark turn. When a grieving father asks Carl Mørck, head of Department Q, to re-examine the brutal murder of his young twins from 1994, the case seems closed—until Carl and his partner Assad uncover unsettling inconsistencies. The film weaves a tense narrative around unresolved grief, institutional failure, and the haunting weight of cold cases, all bathed in the eerie atmosphere of Danish noir. With stellar performances from Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Fares Fares, and Pilou Asbæk, this gripping thriller challenges perceptions of guilt and innocence while delivering a suspenseful exploration of Denmark's criminal underbelly.
The Absent One (2014) isn't just about solving a crime—it's about confronting the shadows of the past. As Carl and Assad peel back the layers of a seemingly airtight conviction, the film questions whether true justice was ever served. The moody cinematography and sharp dialogue heighten the tension, making it a must-watch for fans of slow-burn mysteries that linger long after the credits roll.
