The Uppsala Kidnapping (2018)

A black comedy centered on the real events of the kidnapping that became a viral phenomenon with millions of live followers. Inspired by actual events occurred in Uppsala during Christmas 2011. In a desperate attempt to solve his economic problems Josef Esfarander, a medical student, plans to kidnap a law student from a wealthy family, assisted by his girlfriend Shirin and a credulous friend from high school. Josef strongly believes he achieved the perfect plan, but contrary to all his expectation the carrying out of the kidnapping becomes a farce.

Genres: Comedy, Drama

Stars: Poyan Karimi, Peter Åström, Rasmus Luthander, Shirin Golchin, Pierre Dahlander

Release Date: 2018-08-24

Country: Sweden

Ratings: 6.3 / 10 (3 votes)

Runtime: 88 mins