[go: up one dir, main page]

    Release CalendarTop 250 MoviesMost Popular MoviesBrowse Movies by GenreTop Box OfficeShowtimes & TicketsMovie NewsIndia Movie Spotlight
    What's on TV & StreamingTop 250 TV ShowsMost Popular TV ShowsBrowse TV Shows by GenreTV News
    What to WatchLatest TrailersIMDb OriginalsIMDb PicksIMDb SpotlightFamily Entertainment GuideIMDb Podcasts
    OscarsPride MonthAmerican Black Film FestivalSummer Watch GuideSTARmeter AwardsAwards CentralFestival CentralAll Events
    Born TodayMost Popular CelebsCelebrity News
    Help CenterContributor ZonePolls
For Industry Professionals
  • Language
  • Fully supported
  • English (United States)
    Partially supported
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • हिंदी (भारत)
  • Italiano (Italia)
  • Português (Brasil)
  • Español (España)
  • Español (México)
Watchlist
Sign In
  • Fully supported
  • English (United States)
    Partially supported
  • Français (Canada)
  • Français (France)
  • Deutsch (Deutschland)
  • हिंदी (भारत)
  • Italiano (Italia)
  • Português (Brasil)
  • Español (España)
  • Español (México)
Use app
  • Cast & crew
  • User reviews
  • Trivia
  • FAQ
IMDbPro

What Remains

  • 2022
  • 2h 6m
IMDb RATING
5.0/10
428
YOUR RATING
Stellan Skarsgård and Gustaf Skarsgård in What Remains (2022)
Watch Official Trailer
Play trailer1:59
1 Video
11 Photos
CrimeDramaMysteryThriller

At a Scandinavian psychiatric hospital, an uneasy triumvirate of multiple murderer Mads, therapist Anna, and policeman Soren all have a vested interest in unearthing the truth, and a deepeni... Read allAt a Scandinavian psychiatric hospital, an uneasy triumvirate of multiple murderer Mads, therapist Anna, and policeman Soren all have a vested interest in unearthing the truth, and a deepening co-dependency threatens to consume them all.At a Scandinavian psychiatric hospital, an uneasy triumvirate of multiple murderer Mads, therapist Anna, and policeman Soren all have a vested interest in unearthing the truth, and a deepening co-dependency threatens to consume them all.

  • Director
    • Ran Huang
  • Writers
    • Megan Everett-Skarsgard
    • Ran Huang
  • Stars
    • Stellan Skarsgård
    • Gustaf Skarsgård
    • Andrea Riseborough
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.0/10
    428
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ran Huang
    • Writers
      • Megan Everett-Skarsgard
      • Ran Huang
    • Stars
      • Stellan Skarsgård
      • Gustaf Skarsgård
      • Andrea Riseborough
    • 2User reviews
    • 14Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 7 nominations total

    Videos1

    Official Trailer
    Trailer 1:59
    Official Trailer

    Photos11

    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    View Poster
    + 7
    View Poster

    Top cast25

    Edit
    Stellan Skarsgård
    Stellan Skarsgård
    • Soren Rank
    Gustaf Skarsgård
    Gustaf Skarsgård
    • Mads Lake
    Andrea Riseborough
    Andrea Riseborough
    • Anna Rudebeck
    Magnus Krepper
    Magnus Krepper
    • Ralf Storm
    Éva Magyar
    Éva Magyar
    • Lillemor
    Irina Björklund
    Irina Björklund
    • Sussan
    Jussi Kostamo
    Jussi Kostamo
    • Investigator
    Antti Luusuaniemi
    Antti Luusuaniemi
    • Dr. Jepsen
    Milka Ahlroth
    Milka Ahlroth
    • Elin
    Sophia Heikkilä
    Sophia Heikkilä
    • Laila
    Charlie Petersson
    Charlie Petersson
    • Kelvin Holst
    Nikita Makkojev
    Nikita Makkojev
    • Passenger
    Slava Dugin
    Slava Dugin
    • Police Officer
    Darren McStay
    Darren McStay
    • Martin
    Juho Orpana
    Juho Orpana
    • Swedish Police Officer
    Antti Honka
    Antti Honka
    • Reporter
    Henrikki Haavisto
    Henrikki Haavisto
    • Eric Gunnarson
    Matti Mustonen
    Matti Mustonen
    • Police Officer
    • Director
      • Ran Huang
    • Writers
      • Megan Everett-Skarsgard
      • Ran Huang
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews2

    5.0428
    1
    2
    3
    4
    5
    6
    7
    8
    9
    10

    Featured reviews

    4indiecinemamagazine

    A Tedious and Unimpressive Exploration

    Scandinavian thriller by Ran Huang "What Remains" fails to thrill and falls painfully short of delivering a captivating and engaging narrative. Set in the 1990s and centered around a psychopathic individual who is accused of heinous crimes, portrayed by Gustaf Skarsgård, the film attempts to delve into a realm of psychological intrigue but ultimately leaves the audience feeling uninterested and disconnected.

    One of the most striking shortcomings of the film is its lackluster visual presentation; lack of competent color grading, poor lighting, and the grayscale palette that dominates the film's cinematography contributes to an overall dull and lifeless atmosphere, failing to evoke any sense of immersion or engagement. The absence of intriguing lighting or thoughtful composition further exacerbates the film's visual monotony, making it difficult for viewers to maintain their interest.

    The heart of the film is its reliance on dialogues, primarily between the accused psychopath and the central characters-an approach that unfortunately does not pay off. The constant repetition of conversations featuring the same facial expressions from the accused individual results in a distinct lack of emotional depth or tension. The absence of dramatic shots or any real sense of urgency deprives the film of the very essence that drives an effective thriller.

    Even the presence of the talented actor Stellan Skarsgård, who portrays a police detective, cannot salvage the film from its fundamental flaws. Skarsgård's acting prowess is evident, but the role he is given falls flat. The poorly written character fails to allow Skarsgård to fully utilize his abilities, leaving his talents underutilized and ultimately wasted in a role that does not showcase his true potential.

    The film's underwhelming screenplay was written by Megan Everett-Skarsgard. The plot, revolving around a murder confession and the subsequent quest for the truth, should have provided ample opportunity for suspense and intrigue. However, "What Remains" - is total failure to capitalize on this potential; instead delivering a narrative that is frustratingly slow-paced and lacking in genuine suspense. The absence of any genuine twists or turns results in a predictability that further contributes to the film's overall relentless tedium.

    Additionally, it's regrettable that "What Remains" fails to tap into the unique atmosphere of the Finnish city Turku, where the film is set. Turku's distinctive character and ambiance could have provided a rich backdrop to the story, enriching the overall viewing experience. Instead we are only shown a couple of dull streets and some uninteresting interiors. Unfortunately, the film's inability to capture the true essence of the city further contributes to its draggy nature.

    "What Remains" is a film that disappoints on multiple fronts; its uninspired visual presentation, lack of dynamic storytelling, and one-dimensional character interactions culminate in a viewing experience that is at most generous can be only described as mundane and uninteresting. Even the efforts of accomplished actor Stellan Skarsgård cannot rescue the film from the whirlpool of its own mediocrity. For those seeking a gripping and thought-provoking psychological thriller, "What Remains" is regrettably not the film to deliver that experience.
    5redrobin62-321-207311

    Who directed this, Tommy the Tortoise?

    Wow. This movie was slooooooow, as in molasses slow, as in if I'd poured a small jar of honey out to the floor, the jar would empty before the end credits of What Remains rolled.

    So why did I stay with it all the way through to the ending? 1. It starred Stellan Skarsgard. 2. It was a Swedish Nordic Noir (even though they spoke English). 3. It dealt with a psychiatric patient and therapist which are always pluses in my book.

    Generally speaking, the acting was okay but not exemplary. Cinematography was fine; really, it's hard to mess that up given the quality of cameras these days. Even a $2,000 4K Canon or Sony video camera with the right editor and good color-grading software like the free DaVinci Resolve could produce a perfectly toned Nordic noir feature.

    Is this a recommended watch? Not really. And that's mainly because it's snail slow. However if, like me, you're addicted to Nordic noir, this wouldn't be such a bad way to pass the time.

    More like this

    Hyena
    6.2
    Hyena
    Mad Fate
    6.4
    Mad Fate
    What Remains
    7.4
    What Remains
    Nightman
    4.9
    Nightman
    La desconocida
    5.6
    La desconocida
    Zulu
    6.7
    Zulu
    Enter the Clones of Bruce
    7.3
    Enter the Clones of Bruce
    The Listeners
    5.5
    The Listeners
    Tiger Stripes
    6.0
    Tiger Stripes
    Out Come the Wolves
    4.7
    Out Come the Wolves
    Le dixième homme
    6.9
    Le dixième homme
    The Seeding
    5.0
    The Seeding

    Storyline

    Edit

    Did you know

    Edit
    • Trivia
      During an interview for the German movie festival "Fantasy Film Fest" in 2023, Ran Huang explained that during a hotel stay in London, he flicked through a copy of GQ magazine out of boredom. The magazine contained a feature article on the story of Sture Bergwall, a Swedish man thought to be a serial killer and convicted of multiple murders while while detained in a mental institution for personality disorders, who later withdrew all his confessions and was acquitted of his crimes. This served as Huang's initial inspiration for this movie.

    Top picks

    Sign in to rate and Watchlist for personalized recommendations
    Sign in

    FAQ13

    • How long is What Remains?Powered by Alexa

    Details

    Edit
    • Release date
      • June 21, 2024 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • China
      • Finland
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Apple TV Store (MENA)
      • Official Site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • То, что остаётся
    • Filming locations
      • Paimio, Finland
    • Production companies
      • Business Finland
      • Fake Action Truth
      • Film Service Finland Oy
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Tech specs

    Edit
    • Runtime
      2 hours 6 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

    Related news

    Contribute to this page

    Suggest an edit or add missing content
    Stellan Skarsgård and Gustaf Skarsgård in What Remains (2022)
    Top Gap
    What is the French language plot outline for What Remains (2022)?
    Answer
    • See more gaps
    • Learn more about contributing
    Edit page

    More to explore

    Recently viewed

    Please enable browser cookies to use this feature. Learn more.
    Get the IMDb app
    Sign in for more accessSign in for more access
    Follow IMDb on social
    Get the IMDb app
    For Android and iOS
    Get the IMDb app
    • Help
    • Site Index
    • IMDbPro
    • Box Office Mojo
    • License IMDb Data
    • Press Room
    • Advertising
    • Jobs
    • Conditions of Use
    • Privacy Policy
    • Your Ads Privacy Choices
    IMDb, an Amazon company

    © 1990-2025 by IMDb.com, Inc.