As a seasoned cinephile with a penchant for international cinema, I must say that the upcoming miniseries “Families Like Ours” has piqued my interest. The timing of its premiere in Venice, a city grappling with its own watery fate, adds an uncanny layer of realism to this climate change disaster drama.
It’s not surprising that “Families Like Ours,” a climate change disaster miniseries set in a Denmark that floods and shuts down, is debuting in Venice – a city known for its struggle with its own impending doom due to increasing sea levels.
Thomas Vinterberg, the Danish director, remarks that the location made it an evident choice for him. He notes that “Families Like Ours” is his debut TV series and his first project since his critically acclaimed Oscar-winning film “Another Round.” In his initial correspondence with Alberto, he expressed that there was no other suitable venue to exhibit this production than Venice.
As a movie reviewer, here’s my take on “Families Like Ours”: In true Vinterberg style, this film delves into the complexities of family relationships and societal structures. The plot unfolds as Danish authorities unexpectedly mandate the evacuation of the nation’s citizens, sending them to various countries worldwide that are willing to accept them. This thought-provoking drama offers a unique exploration of how families adapt, struggle, and ultimately bond under such extraordinary circumstances.
“He shares from Venice that the concept originated several years back as an outlandish, forward-thinking notion, but was dismissed by some of his peers. However, it’s now become commonplace, which he finds a tad unsettling.”
however, the real catastrophe – the flooding – is not depicted visually, instead functioning as an impending danger that hangs heavy over the narrative, with the focus on a single family whose lives are disrupted by the difficult choices they’re compelled to make.
“He expressed his desire to turn this into a tangible reality, and he believes that Denmark, rather than idly waiting for a flood, would already be prepared. He’s convinced that a fair solution will be found to save as many people as possible. In essence, he thinks it would play out like a slow-motion disaster movie in real life.”
Due to its universal topics and the fact that it’s a pressing issue for many countries worldwide, “Families Like Ours” – deeply ingrained in Danish culture as it is – seems to be a story that could effortlessly resonate across different nations, making it ripe for various international adaptations.
According to Vinterberg, he’s found that people tend to lose interest when something is made more broad or universal. However, when he creates something incredibly specific to Denmark, it becomes widely recognized.
Incidentally, the Danish film titled “Another Round” by Vinterberg, a blend of comedy and drama often referred to as an “homage to alcohol,” is currently making its way across various regions. This movie revolves around four friends who experiment with maintaining a certain level of alcohol in their bloodstream to enhance their lives.
2021 saw the announcement that Leonardo DiCaprio would produce an American remake, with Chris Rock revealed earlier this year as both writer and director. Since America’s relationship with alcohol differs significantly from Europe, there was curiosity about how the narrative could be adapted for the U.S. Vinterberg himself admitted to having similar questions. However, he emphasizes that the film contains a universal core – the story of an experience – which can be set anywhere. His suggested approach for the remake is to place it in a distinctly American context.
With Rock now involved in the venture, Vinterberg playfully jabbed at the actor by remarking to a Danish publication, “Should it flop, he’ll take another hit.”
“He remarks, ‘I’m concerned I may have made a joke he didn’t find amusing.’ However, I did send him an apology to show my regret.”
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2024-08-31 15:17