Empty Barrels 2010
In *Empty Barrels* (2010), Swedish director Sebastian Dalén crafts a high-energy dark comedy that follows three hapless small-time criminals as they scramble up the crime ladder—only to sabotage their own shot at success with equal parts audacity and absurdity.
Director: Sebastian Dalén
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *Empty Barrels* (2010) about?
*Empty Barrels* (2010) follows three small-time criminals who finally get a shot at hitting the big time—but their every move only digs them deeper into trouble. Far from suave masterminds, their schemes spiral into a series of comedic disasters, blending action-packed stunts with moments of cringe-worthy miscalculation.
Who directed *Empty Barrels*?
*Empty Barrels* was directed by Sebastian Dalén, a filmmaker known for crafting character-driven comedies with a sharp edge.
Who stars in *Empty Barrels*?
The film stars Leon Bashir, Anders Danielsen Lie, Kim Bodnia, Farrakh Abbas, Slavko Labović, and Kristoffer Joner in its ensemble cast.
Is *Empty Barrels* (2010) worth watching?
If you enjoy crime comedies with a fast pace and a healthy dose of chaos, *Empty Barrels* (2010) delivers exactly that. While it may not break new ground, its energetic performances and absurd premise make it a solid pick for fans of the genre looking for something lighthearted but far from dull.
How long is *Empty Barrels*?
*Empty Barrels* runs for 87 minutes.
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About Empty Barrels (2010) — A High-Octane Crime Comedy of Errors
In *Empty Barrels* (2010), Swedish director Sebastian Dalén crafts a high-energy dark comedy that follows three hapless small-time criminals as they scramble up the crime ladder—only to sabotage their own shot at success with equal parts audacity and absurdity. The film's chaotic energy pulses through its sharp script and relentless pacing, blending the grit of action with the sharp wit of comedy to deliver a tale of misplaced ambition and unintended consequences. With a cast led by Leon Bashir, Anders Danielsen Lie, and Kim Bodnia, the movie thrives on the contrast between its characters' delusions of grandeur and the messy reality of their schemes. Expect a blend of slapstick chaos, biting humor, and a touch of Scandinavian noir as these antiheroes stumble toward their inevitable downfall.
Set against the neon-lit backdrop of an unnamed Scandinavian city, *Empty Barrels* (2010) dives into themes of greed, incompetence, and the fine line between luck and disaster. Director Dalén leans into the film's absurdity, crafting a world where every plan unravels with escalating hilarity, yet still feels oddly grounded in the mundane failures of its protagonists. The chemistry among the cast—especially Bashir and Bodnia—adds layers of charm to the mayhem, making their misadventures oddly endearing despite (or because of) their flaws.