Our Need for Consolation (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2012, Our Need for Consolation is a drama and documentary film directed by Dan Levy Dagerman, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Swedish writer Stig Dagerman (1923-1954) was a literary sensation who after a few productive years, suddenly fell silent. Struggling with writer's block, Dagerman wrote the essay "Our Need for Consolation" about his inner demons and his quest for freedom. For the first time in English, featuring Stellan Skarsgard as an on-camera narrator, this film brings Dagerman's powerful words to life in the form of a visual poem.
Who’s in it. Our Need for Consolation stars Stellan Skarsgård as Narrator and Filip Hammarström as Stig Dagerman.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Our Need for Consolation sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Our Need for Consolation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Our Need for Consolation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
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- Where can I watch Our Need for Consolation (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Our Need for Consolation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Our Need for Consolation worth watching?
- Our Need for Consolation holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Our Need for Consolation?
- Our Need for Consolation stars Stellan Skarsgård and Filip Hammarström.