Personal details
- Birth Date: 1978-06-15
- Birth Location: København, Denmark
- Professions: Writer, Camera and Electrical Department, Script and Continuity Department
Anders Frithiof August, born smack in the middle of Copenhagen on June 15, 1978, has carved out his own lane in the world of screenwriting. Seriously, this guy’s got range. You look at his filmography and it’s not just some random list—every project he touches has this weird ability to get under your skin. Take "The Quiet Ones" (2024). That movie? It’s not your typical thriller. The script has this slow-burn tension, like the kind that creeps up on you while you’re distracted by the beautiful Danish landscapes. Anders knows how to make you lean in, waiting for the other shoe to drop. Then you swing over to "A Fortunate Man" (2018), and it’s a whole different vibe. That film’s basically a deep dive into the mind of a guy who’s torn between ambition and belonging, and honestly, it’s tough not to get swept up in all the emotional mess. Anders’ writing doesn’t just tell you what’s happening—it drags you right into the character’s headspace, flaws and all. And let’s not forget "The Marco Effect" (2021), where the stakes get cranked up fast. It’s gritty, it’s tense, and you can tell Anders isn’t afraid to make things uncomfortable if it means telling a better story. All told, Anders isn’t just tossing scripts into the void. He’s building worlds, shaping messed-up characters, and making sure you can’t look away. If you’re into movies that actually stick with you, keep an eye on what this guy does next.
A winner of the 2011 Nordisk Film Award, this film doesn’t exactly play it safe. Set against the chilly backdrop of Scandinavia, it follows a group of flawed folks just trying to make sense of life, love, and all the mess in-between. The story digs into relationships that are complicated, sometimes hilarious, often awkward, and never simple. There’s heartbreak, sure, but the humor sneaks in when you least expect it—because, honestly, isn’t life like that? The dialogue snaps with wit and sometimes cuts close to the bone. You get these moments where characters blurt out the stuff most people keep bottled up. The cinematography? Yeah, it’s gorgeous, but not in a glossy way—more like real life, with all its rough edges. By the end, you’re left thinking about your own choices, your own messes, and maybe wishing you could take a do-over or two. That’s the kind of movie this is.
June 15, 1978
Konidela Ram Charan
København, Denmark
47 years old