The Way to Mandalay (2018)
The story about one of Denmark's greatest musicians, John Mogensen, his success and failure throughout life as an artist, husband and father - from childhood, through his time in Four Jacks to his late success as a solo artist until his death in 1977.
The Way to Mandalay tells the story of one of Denmark's greatest and most beloved musicians. The film takes us on a journey from Mogenson's childhood to manhood and throughout his career which spanned more than twenty years, first with great success in a popular vocal group and later as a successful solo artist. There is a long period that John Mogensen can never be satisfied and he is confused by what are the things he truely loves and is willing to do everything for. Is it the music, the stage, the fame or his family?
Cast
- Rasmus Bjerg - John Mogenson
- Helle Fagralid - Ruth
- Carl-Christian Riestra - Otto Brandenburg
- Bebiane Ivalo Kreutzmann - Minna
- Harald Kaiser Hermann - Little John Mogenson
- Henrik Noël Olesen - Choir Conductor
- Rikke Louise Andersson - John's Mum
- Jens Andersen - John's Stepfather
- Kasper Leisner - Poul Rudi
- Troels Malling Thaarup - Bent Werther
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Way to Mandalay about?
- The Way to Mandalay tells the story of one of Denmark's greatest and most beloved musicians. The film takes us on a journey from Mogenson's childhood to manhood and throughout his career which spanned more than twenty years, first with great success in a popular vocal group and later as a successful solo artist. There is a long period that John Mogensen can never be satisfied and he is confused by what are the things he truely loves and is willing to do everything for. Is it the music, the stage, the fame or his family?
- Who directed The Way to Mandalay?
- The Way to Mandalay was directed by Ole Bornedal.
- Who stars in The Way to Mandalay?
- The Way to Mandalay stars Rasmus Bjerg, Helle Fagralid, Carl-Christian Riestra, Bebiane Ivalo Kreutzmann, Harald Kaiser Hermann, Henrik Noël Olesen.
- How long is The Way to Mandalay?
- The Way to Mandalay has a runtime of 1h 49m (109 minutes).
- What genre is The Way to Mandalay?
- The Way to Mandalay is a Drama film.
- Where was The Way to Mandalay produced?
- The Way to Mandalay was produced in Denmark.