The Eighth Day
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Children as real human individuals with the difficulties this involves. Anna and Peiter are 11 years old. Peiter's parents are divorced. Only for one week a year does he live with his father, on the same island as Anna. The children have been friends for years. But this year (because of beginning puberty?) they have difficulty in getting in real touch. Day after day they fail. - Outside a café Peiter boasts that he can do everything. Anna tells him to fetch the thing she is thinking of. He goes inside, asks a guest to rise and brings his chair to Anna. This was indeed the right thing, and this chair will re-appear in other scenes. Another day Peiter boasts that he is not afraid of being locked up in a desolate tower for a few hours. Anna closes the lock on the outside. But her parents prevent her from going out again and Peiter remained alone in the tower for the entire night. -Finally all seven days have gone and the gap that prevented full contact is still not closed.
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Stream The Eighth Day online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about drama and family movie originally produced in SV and released in 1979, it's earned a solid 3.0/10 from 3 viewers worldwide.
About The Eighth Day
“A Young Swedish Movie Event -The First Love”
Children as real human individuals with the difficulties this involves. Anna and Peiter are 11 years old. Peiter's parents are divorced. Only for one week a year does he live with his father, on the same island as Anna. The children have been friends for years. But this year (because of beginning puberty?) they have difficulty in getting in real touch. Day after day they fail. - Outside a café Peiter boasts that he can do everything. Anna tells him to fetch the thing she is thinking of. He goes inside, asks a guest to rise and brings his chair to Anna. This was indeed the right thing, and this chair will re-appear in other scenes. Another day Peiter boasts that he is not afraid of being locked up in a desolate tower for a few hours. Anna closes the lock on the outside. But her parents prevent her from going out again and Peiter remained alone in the tower for the entire night. -Finally all seven days have gone and the gap that prevented full contact is still not closed. Running 96 minutes.
The Eighth Day Cast and Characters
The cast features Susanna Rådö (as Anna), Benny Fehér (as Pejter), Mimmo Wåhlander (as Anna's Mother), Lars Amble (as Anna's father), and Sten Johan Hedman (as Pejter's Father). Their performances are a major reason The Eighth Day has built such a passionate audience.
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The Eighth Day flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy SV storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch The Eighth Day online for free?
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How long is The Eighth Day?
The Eighth Day runs for 96 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is The Eighth Day good? What's the rating?
The Eighth Day holds a 3.0/10 rating based on 3 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of The Eighth Day?
The main cast includes Susanna Rådö, Benny Fehér, Mimmo Wåhlander, and Lars Amble, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Eighth Day available in SV?
Yes — The Eighth Day was originally produced in SV and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Eighth Day released?
The Eighth Day was released in 1979.
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What is The Eighth Day about?
The Eighth Day is a Drama/Family film. Children as real human individuals with the difficulties this involves. Anna and Peiter are 11 years old. Peiter's parents are divorced. Only for one week a year does he live with his father, on the same island as Anna. The children have been friends for years. But this year (because of beginning puberty?) they have difficulty in getting in real touch. Day after day they fail. - Outside a café Peiter boasts that he can do everything. Anna tells him to fetch the thing she is thinking of. He goes inside, asks a guest to rise and brings his chair to Anna. This was indeed the right thing, and this chair will re-appear in other scenes. Another day Peiter boasts that he is not afraid of being locked up in a desolate tower for a few hours. Anna closes the lock on the outside. But her parents prevent her from going out again and Peiter remained alone in the tower for the entire night. -Finally all seven days have gone and the gap that prevented full contact is still not closed.
When was The Eighth Day released?
The Eighth Day was released on January 13, 1979. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. The film was produced by SF Studios.
Who stars in The Eighth Day?
The Eighth Day stars Susanna Rådö, Benny Fehér, Mimmo Wåhlander and Lars Amble. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Eighth Day available in HD?
Yes, The Eighth Day is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.