The Great Silence (Danish: Den Store Stilhed) is a 2022 drama film directed by Katrine Brocks in her feature directorial debut from a screenplay she wrote with Marianne Lentz. It stars Kristine Kujath Thorp.
The film had its world premiere at the 70th San Sebastián International Film Festival. It was nominated for seven awards at the 41st Robert Awards, including Best Danish Film.
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Premise
Alma prepares for her vow as a nun when her estranged alcoholic brother unexpectedly shows up at the monastery.
Cast
Kristine Kujath Thorp as Sister Alma
Elliott Crosset Hove as Erik
Karen-Lise Mynster as mother superior
Diêm Camille Gbogou as Sister Martha
Petrine Agger as Sister Dorothea
Bodil Lassen as Sister Elisabeth
Production
Brocks revealed that the central theme of the film was inspired by her upbringing in a Christian community and the experience of attending the perpetual vow of a family friend. The project was selected as a part of the 2021 Finnish Film Affair, 2022 Nordic Film Market, and 2022 Marché du Film.
Release
The Great Silence had its world premiere at the 70th San Sebastián International Film Festival on 17 September 2022 during the New Directors section. It was released in Danish theatres on 12 January 2023.