This powerful Danish biopic dives deep into the life of Eurovision icon and beloved pop musician Tommy Seebach, offering a raw and heartfelt narrative shaped in part by those who knew him best-his family. With his surviving relatives attached as executive producers, the film achieves a rare kind of authenticity that doesn't shy away from the shadows. It's an honest portrayal, full of affection but unflinching in its depiction of struggle.
You can feel the devotion behind every frame. The director approaches Seebach's story not just as a filmmaker, but as someone deeply invested in preserving a legacy. The result is a cinematic love letter-vulnerable, beautiful, and deeply moving. I'd even argue it's one of the strongest films Denmark has put out in recent memory.
Tommy Seebach was a household name in the '80s, his catchy pop songs lighting up Danish airwaves and Eurovision stages. But as the '90s arrived, his star faded. The public began to dismiss him, and the sting of irrelevance hit him hard. Rather than evolving his artistry, Seebach became fixated on reclaiming his former spotlight, a fixation that slowly spiraled into depression and addiction. Alcohol became both his escape and undoing, ultimately costing him his marriage. Yet even in his darkest days, he managed to create one last unforgettable hit-the very song that lends its name to the film.
From its nostalgic recreation of the late 1970s to the superb lead performance by Anders Matthesen-who inhabits Seebach with nuance and soul-the production is top-tier. Visually, it's a joy to watch, and emotionally, it pulls no punches.
If you're the type to scoff at pop music, this movie might challenge you. Seebach's tunes are undeniably catchy, unapologetically pop. But dismissing that as lowbrow would be missing the point. Culture, after all, isn't a ladder-it's a web, and every sound has its place. For those who remember the era, or simply appreciate a deeply human story told with care, this film will resonate.
In the vein of biopics about Mercury, Elvis, and Dylan, this one holds its own-not because Seebach was a global legend, but because the film dares to treat his story with equal reverence. It's not just a movie. It's a legacy made whole. Watch it!
