About Riders of Justice

"Riders of Justice" is a 2020 Danish action comedy-drama film that explores revenge, justice, and the intrinsic value of family ties. Following an unexpected tragedy, the story unfolds as a recently deployed military man, Markus, must return home to care for his teenage daughter. A tragic train accident sets Markus on a path of revenge when he encounters a mathematics geek claiming it was orchestrated.

Making / Production

This film was directed and written by Anders Thomas Jensen. Cinematography was done by Kasper Tuxen while the film was edited by Nicolas Chaudeurge and Molly Marlene Stensgaard. Production companies included Zentropa Entertainments and Film i Väst with distribution handled by Nordisk Film.

Actors

• Mads Mikkelsen as Markus: Playing the vengeful military protagonist, Mikkelsen's performance was intense and emotionally profound.
• Andrea Heick Gadeberg as Mathilde: Gadeberg skillfully played Markus' resilient and understanding teenage daughter.
• Nikolaj Lie Kaas as Otto: As the eccentric and brilliant math-geek, Kaas brought depth and wit to his character.
• Lars Brygmann as Lennart: Brygmann played the role of an awkward psychologist, adding unexpected humor to a serious plot.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This movie was released during the COVID-19 pandemic and was a surprise box-office hit in Denmark.
• "Riders of Justice" is writer/director Anders Thomas Jensen's fifth collaboration with actor Mads Mikkelsen.
• The film mixes elements of action, comedy, and drama, presenting a unique blend of genres.

Awards

"Riders of Justice" won the Audience Award and Critics' Prize at the 2021 Bodil Awards. Mads Mikkelsen also received a Best Actor nomination for his role.

Quotes

• "We are all just numbers in a giant lottery, and even though the numbers seldom add up, they always make sense." - Otto
• "Revenge is a foolish emotional response. But I can't discourage it enough." - Lennart
• "You're alone with your chaos.” - Markus to Mathilde

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's energetic and haunting score was composed by Nikolaj Torp and Kåre Vestrheim.
• The soundtrack combines elements of orchestral instruments with electronic programming, offering a unique sonic blend that matches the movie's genre-bending themes.