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The Uppsala Kidnapping (2018)

A black comedy centered on the real events of the kidnapping that became a viral phenomenon with millions of live followers. Inspired by actual events occurred in Uppsala during Christmas 2011. In a desperate attempt to solve his economic problems Josef Esfarander, a medical student, plans to kidnap a law student from a wealthy family, assisted by his girlfriend Shirin and a credulous friend from high school. Josef strongly believes he achieved the perfect plan, but contrary to all his expectation the carrying out of the kidnapping becomes a farce.

  • Comedy
  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Poyan KarimiPoyan KarimiJosef Esfarander
  • Photo of Peter ÅströmPeter ÅströmHenning Olausson
  • Photo of Rasmus LuthanderRasmus LuthanderSebastian Åhlund
  • Photo of Shirin GolchinShirin GolchinShirin Darvish
  • Photo of Pierre DahlanderPierre DahlanderRolf Pettersson
  • Photo of Ulf NybergUlf NybergKalle
  • Photo of Gabriella BorisGabriella BorisMarianne
  • Photo of Gunilla PaulsenGunilla PaulsenLena
  • Photo of Dan JohanssonDan JohanssonKlas
  • Photo of Mina AzarianMina AzarianShirin's mother

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