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Dear Wendy (2005)
Release Year: 2005
Nation: Denmark, France, United Kingdom
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Thomas Vinterberg
Writer: Lars von Trier
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: Lucky Punch, Nimbus Film, Zentropa Entertainments
Genre: Comedy, Comedy Film, Drama, Romance
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: friendship, pacifist, secret society, self esteem, underdog, west virginia
Story
In the blue-collar American town of Estherslope, young loner Dick discovers a small handgun and feels drawn to it despite his pacifist views. He starts a secret club called The Dandies with his newfound partner, advocating for pacifism while carrying guns. Their membership grows, attracting other young outcasts. Sebastian joins them later as he fears local gangs due to his connection to Clarabelle, Dick's childhood nanny and Sebastian's grandmother. The Dandies try to protect Clarabelle but eventually face situations that challenge their strict pacifist rules.
Summary
Dear Wendy (2005), directed by Thomas Vinterberg, is a drama-comedy about friendship, self-esteem, and the complexities of pacifism among young outcasts in a West Virginian mining town. The film centers around Dick Dandelion, who forms The Dandies gang with his friends, adhering to strict pacifist rules despite carrying guns. Their beliefs are tested when they attempt to protect Sebastian, Clarabelle's grandson, from local gangs.
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