The Hour of the Lynx

The Hour of the Lynx 2013 Directed by Søren Kragh-Jacobsen I lossens time

Helen, a priest, is approached by scientist Lisbeth with a desperate plea for help. A young man, who has been sent to a high security psychiatric ward after having killed an old couple, has attempted suicide while rambling about God. Having been part of an experiment attempting to humanize inmates by assigning them pets, the young man has suddenly gone ballistic. Fearing that he will attempt suicide again priest and scientist must now confront their mutual animosities while trying to grasp the truth. In a race against time the two women begin a shocking journey deeper and deeper into the sick mind of a young man's soul.

Country Denmark

Production Countries Denmark , Sweden

Language Danish

Spoken Languages Danish , Swedish

Gneres Drama , Thriller

Production Companies Filmpool Nord , Nimbus Film , BOB Film Sweden

Budget $3,700,000

Release Date 26 September 2013

93 mins