Plot — What is The Five Obstructions about?
In 1967, experimental filmmaker Jorgen Leth created a striking short film, The Perfect Human, starring a man and women sitting in a box while a narrator poses questions about their relationship and humanity. Years later, Danish director Lars von Trier made a deal with Leth to remake his film five times, each under a different set of circumstances and with von Trier's strictly prescribed rules. As Leth completes each challenge, von Trier creates increasingly further elaborate stipulations.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | DA |
| Runtime | 88 min |
| Audience Score | 69% (6.9/10, 183 votes) |
The Five Obstructions — FAQ
Is The Five Obstructions worth watching? The Five Obstructions holds a 6.9/10 rating from 183 viewers. In 1967, experimental filmmaker Jorgen Leth created a striking short film, The Perfect Human, starring a man and women sitting in a box while a narrator poses questions about their relationship and humanity. Years later,
Who directed The Five Obstructions? Directed by Jørgen Leth.
Who is in the cast of The Five Obstructions? It stars Jørgen Leth, Lars von Trier, Claus Nissen, Majken Algren Nielsen, Daniel Hernandez Rodriguez, Jacqueline Arenal and more.
Where can I stream The Five Obstructions? You can stream The Five Obstructions on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Five Obstructions release? It released in 2003.
