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The Idiots

1998, Movie, 1h 54min

A mix of home-video and documentary styles about a group of young people who have decided to get to know their “inner-idiots” and thus not only facing and breaking their outer appearance but also their inner.

Country: Denmark,Netherlands,France,Germany

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Critic Peter Bradshaw

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Lars von Trier’s appalling-taste Dogme satire is irritatingly original.

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In a bold experiment, a group of young people set out to challenge societal norms by embracing their inner "idiot." They stage public performances, acting as if they are mentally disabled, in an effort to break free from the constraints of traditional adult life. As they delve deeper into their quest for uninhibited self-expression, they confront the harsh realities of a society that struggles to accept their unconventional behavior. The film is a provocative exploration of the human condition, challenging viewers to question their own assumptions about intelligence, disability, and the limits of acceptable behavior.

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You can stream The Idiots on: Mubi

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Idiots include Blast from the Past, Forrest Gump, Dazed and Confused, Life Is Beautiful, Ghost World, Good Bye Lenin!.

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The Idiots was released in theaters on June 16, 2023.