Overview

A man grows up in very modest circumstances in the early years of the 20th century, but his diligence, intelligence and willingness to endure hardship helps him to become a leading brain surgeon. A success story on the face of it, but a story about a man – who is none other than the director's father – a man of powerful emotions. The film explores the nature and origin of the guilt that repeatedly deprived him of happiness.

Cast

Jens Albinus, Birthe Neumann, Søren Østergaard, Ida Dwinger, Anders Hove, William Rosenberg, Lise Stegger, Preben Harris

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What is "Facing the Truth" about?

A man grows up in very modest circumstances in the early years of the 20th century, but his diligence, intelligence and willingness to endure hardship helps him to become a leading brain surgeon. A success story on the face of it, but a story about a man – who is none other than the director's father – a man of powerful emotions. The film explores the nature and origin of the guilt that repeatedly deprived him of happiness.

When was "Facing the Truth" released?

Facing the Truth was released in 2002.

Who stars in "Facing the Truth"?

The cast includes Jens Albinus, Birthe Neumann, Søren Østergaard, Ida Dwinger.

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