Overview

Danish teens come of age in 1963. Bjorn and Erik are close friends. Bjorn is pursued by Kirsten, a future Stepford wife, but he falls for Anna, who initiates him into love and sex. Erik is somber, caring for his home-bound mentally-ill mother while his strict father rules his life. He desires Kirsten, but she's unattainable. Pregnancy, a horrific abortion, an engagement party, and a revelation about the rectitude of Erik's father lead to a climax: Bjorn and Erik must stand up to controlling adults.

Cast

Adam Tønsberg, Lars Simonsen, Camilla Søeberg, Ulrikke Bondo, Lone Lindorff, Arne Hansen, Aase Hansen, Bent Mejding

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What is "Twist and Shout" about?

Danish teens come of age in 1963. Bjorn and Erik are close friends. Bjorn is pursued by Kirsten, a future Stepford wife, but he falls for Anna, who initiates him into love and sex. Erik is somber, caring for his home-bound mentally-ill mother while his strict father rules his life. He desires Kirsten, but she's unattainable. Pregnancy, a horrific abortion, an engagement party, and a revelation about the rectitude of Erik's father lead to a climax: Bjorn and Erik must stand up to controlling adults.

When was "Twist and Shout" released?

Twist and Shout was released in 1984.

Who stars in "Twist and Shout"?

The cast includes Adam Tønsberg, Lars Simonsen, Camilla Søeberg, Ulrikke Bondo.