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.

Released Aug. 24, 2018 88 min 11+

Genres: Comedy, Drama

Keywords: tmdb.kidnapping

Production Companies: Anders Skog Films, Drama Svecia

Country: Sweden
Production Country: Sweden
Languages: Swedish