Besat


1h 39m 1999

Brief Synopsis

When a killer virus is discovered in a patient at a Copenhagen hospital, resident doctor Soren sets about tracing the roots of this mysterious pathogen. Undeterred by the discouragment of his fellow doctors and girlfriend, Soren becomes consumed by his investigation. It becomes clear, though, that t

Film Details

Also Known As
Possessed
Genre
Thriller
Release Date
1999
Production Company
Danish Broadcasting Corporation; Danish Film Institute (Dfi); Norwegian Film Institute (Nfi); Sveriges Television (Svt); Trust Film Sales; Zentropa Entertainment

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 39m

Synopsis

When a killer virus is discovered in a patient at a Copenhagen hospital, resident doctor Soren sets about tracing the roots of this mysterious pathogen. Undeterred by the discouragment of his fellow doctors and girlfriend, Soren becomes consumed by his investigation. It becomes clear, though, that the virus is more supernatural than natural, and as an evil supernova looms on the horizon, Soren's girlfriend becomes the next victim to fall under the spell of the virus/spirit.

Film Details

Also Known As
Possessed
Genre
Thriller
Release Date
1999
Production Company
Danish Broadcasting Corporation; Danish Film Institute (Dfi); Norwegian Film Institute (Nfi); Sveriges Television (Svt); Trust Film Sales; Zentropa Entertainment

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 39m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States May 1999

Released in United States February 2000

Shown at Cannes International Film Festival (market) May 12-23, 1999.

Shown at Miami Film Festival February 18-27, 2000.

Released in United States May 1999 (Shown at Cannes International Film Festival (market) May 12-23, 1999.)

Released in United States February 2000 (Shown at Miami Film Festival February 18-27, 2000.)