Bænken
Bænkenhttps://nyafilmer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MV5BMTc4NzA2ODM0NV5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwMDE3NTgwMzE@._V1_SX300.jpg
5.0
Your Vote:
Voting: 5.0 /10 (3)
7.5 IMDB Rating 2,097 Views

Bænken

Kaj is an alcoholic living on the money the Danish state is providing him. Him and his friends spend their time drinking beer at a public bench. One d...ay Kaj's life turns upside down when a young lady and her child moves in next to him.

 Show More

Details

Bænken (2000) is a Danish film that follows the story of Kaj, an alcoholic who relies on government assistance to get by. He spends most of his time with his friends, drinking beer at a public bench. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when a young woman and her child move in next to him.

As Kaj gets to know the new neighbors, he starts to question his own choices and the path his life has taken. He forms an unlikely bond with the young woman, realizing that there is more to life than just drinking. This newfound connection challenges him to confront his alcoholism and attempt to make positive changes.

The film delves into themes of addiction, friendship, and the power of human connection. It sheds light on the struggles that individuals face when caught in the cycle of addiction and the potential for redemption and transformation.

Bænken captivates viewers with its powerful performances and relatable characters. It portrays the complexities of addiction in a raw and realistic manner, while also delivering a message of hope. With its thought-provoking narrative, this Danish drama is sure to engage and resonate with audiences.

Also Known As:

Bænken

Release Date:

27 Oct 2000

Writers:

Kim Leona, Per Fly

Awards:

11 wins & 10 nominations

People also search for

The Road Ahead 2021

Liam is on the brink of divorce when he learns his wife Mia is diagnosed with cancer. She proposes a road trip to mend their relationship and her health.

Category: Drama

Stars: John Boylan, Joel Chico, Eva Paris Cicinyte

5.0 IMDB Rating 41 Views
Finnegan’s Foursome 2026

Two rival brothers and their adult children travel to Ireland to scatter their father's ashes, turning clashing egos and comic mishaps into an unexpected week of family bonding.

Category: Comedy, Drama

Stars: Naoimh Whelton, Edward Burns, Erica Hernandez

4.5 IMDB Rating 44 Views
Marama 2026

A Maori Gothic Revenge Horror set in Victorian England, 1859.

Category: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Stars: Ariana Osborne, Toby Stephens, Umi Myers

6.0 IMDB Rating 73 Views
Color Book 2024

A devoted single father adjusts to life after his wife's passing while raising his son with Down Syndrome. They embark on a journey through Metro Atlanta to attend their first baseball game.

Category: Drama

Stars: Lynne Ashe, William Catlett, Jeremiah Alexander Daniels

7.4 IMDB Rating 130 Views
Curious Caterer: Foiled Plans 2024

Goldy Berry's Medieval feast at Hyde Castle gets interrupted by a murder. She teams up with Detective Shultz to solve the mystery before the murderer strikes again.

Category: Crime, Drama, Mystery

Stars: Nikki Deloach, Andrew W. Walker, Jaycie Dotin

6.9 IMDB Rating 146 Views
I Was a Stranger 2024

Five lives collide across borders in a powerful story of survival, sacrifice, and hope.

Category: Drama

Stars: Yasmine Al Massri, Yahya Mahayni, Omar Sy

8.2 IMDB Rating 204 Views
Finding Forrester 2000

Forrester, the author of a famous book, decides to help Jamal, a 16-year-old student, discover his writing prowess by mentoring him and enrolling him into a prestigious private school.

Category: Drama, Sport

Stars: Sean Connery, Rob Brown, F. Murray Abraham

7.3 IMDB Rating 5,739 Views
The World We Make 2019

18 year old Lee (a spirited equestrian) and Jordan (an academic and football standout) are at the threshold of building a life together. But their character is tested when racial bias surfaces in their otherwise progressive small ...

Category: Drama

Stars: Caleb Castille, Rose Reid, Kevin Sizemore

5.6 IMDB Rating 332 Views
Testament of Youth 2014

A British woman recalls coming of age during World War I - a story of young love, the futility of war, and how to make sense of the darkest times.

Category: Biography, Drama, History

Stars: Alicia Vikander, Kit Harington, Taron Egerton

7.2 IMDB Rating 7,431 Views
Voicemails for Isabelle 2026

Jill leaves voice messages to her deceased sister telling her about her chaotic life in San Francisco. Unwittingly, a mysterious Austin real estate agent begins to receive their confessions..

Category: Comedy, Drama, romance, Romantic

Stars: Zoey Deutch, Nick Offerman, Nick Robinson

326 Views