A position opens up at the Institute of Psychology. Manfred, a faculty psychologist, jumps at the career opportunity of a lifetime, spurred on by his girlfriend, Therese, who is also a co-worker. Then a new psychologist joins the staff, jeopardising his plans. It pains Manfred, who bends over backwards to curry favour, no end to see his new colleague, Poul, win over the institute chairman with his smooth, easy-going style. It is time, Manfred figures, to tip the scales of justice.
Acting
Peter Gantzler's spectacularly sweaty desperation carries every scene.
Writing
Danish satire so dry you'll need water.
Director
Christian Dyekjær
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Danish workplace satire operates on a frequency Americans often miss—the humor lives in what's unsaid between polite smiles.
Director Christian Dyekjær reportedly based Manfred's physical comedy on watching actual academics at conferences.
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