The 101-Year-Old Man Who Skipped Out on the Bill and Disappeared

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About

The 101-Year-Old Man Who Skipped Out on the Bill and Disappeared is a 2016 international movie that falls into the genre of comedy. Directed by Felix Herngren and Måns Herngren, the film is based on the novel of the same name by Jonas Jonasson. It is a sequel to the successful film "The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared" released in 2013.

The story revolves around the main character, Allan Karlsson, who is now 101 years old and living in a nursing home. Tired of the monotonous life in the home, Allan decides to escape on his 101st birthday. This triggers a series of adventurous events involving a suitcase filled with money, a gang of criminals, and a hot dog stand owner named Julius. As Allan's adventures unfold, the film intertwines his past experiences and encounters with prominent historical figures.

Making / Production

The film was produced by the Swedish production company Nice FLX Pictures and was released on December 25, 2016. The screenplay was written by Felix Herngren and Hans Ingemansson, adapting the story from Jonas Jonasson's novel. The movie was predominantly filmed in Sweden, with some scenes shot in Hungary and the Czech Republic. The production team ensured an authentic representation of the time periods depicted in the film through meticulous set design, costumes, and props.

Actors

• Robert Gustafsson as Allan Karlsson - The 101-year-old protagonist who embarks on a wild adventure. Gustafsson portrays Allan's quirky and comedic nature with finesse, bringing the character to life.
• Iwar Wiklander as Julius - The owner of a hot dog stand who becomes Allan's accomplice. Wiklander's portrayal brings a charming and warm dynamic to the character.
• David Wiberg as Benny - A criminal on the hunt for Allan and the suitcase of money. Wiberg's performance adds a touch of menace and humor to the character.
• Shima Niavarani as Caracas - An intelligent and resourceful woman who becomes entangled in Allan's adventures. Niavarani portrays Caracas with wit and charm.
• Jens Hultén as Stefan - The leader of the gang of criminals pursuing Allan. Hultén's portrayal exudes menace and provides a formidable adversary for Allan.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is a sequel to the highly successful "The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared." Both films are based on novels by Jonas Jonasson and feature the same main character, Allan Karlsson.
• The movie incorporates several historical events and figures into Allan's adventures, such as the Spanish Civil War and General Franco.
• Robert Gustafsson, who portrays Allan Karlsson, is famous for his comedic talent and has previously worked in both film and television.
• The film's title is a clever play on words, combining the idea of skipping out on a bill with Allan's disappearance.

Awards

The 101-Year-Old Man Who Skipped Out on the Bill and Disappeared received critical acclaim and was nominated for several awards. However, it did not win any major awards.

Quotes

• Jokester: "What's the best thing about being 104 years old? No peer pressure."
• Allan: "Being a fart in "Gone with the Wind" is a footnote in history, right?"

Music / Soundtrack

• The film features a dynamic and entertaining soundtrack composed by Matti Bye. The music complements the lighthearted and adventurous tone of the movie.
• The soundtrack includes a mix of original compositions and popular songs from the time periods reflected in the film.