Play(2011)
Just a game?
Synopsis
In central Gothenburg, Sweden, a group of boys, aged 12-14, robbed other children on about 40 occasions between 2006 and 2008. The thieves used an elaborate scheme called the 'little brother number' or 'brother trick', involving advanced role-play and gang rhetoric rather than physical violence.
Directed by Ruben Östlund
Where to watch Play
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Cast
Anas Abdirahman
Anas
Sebastian Blyckert
Sebastian
Yannick Diakité
Yannick
Kevin Vaz
Kevin
John Ortiz
John
Abdiaziz Hilowle
Abdi
Sebastian Hegmar
Alex
Nana Manu
Nana
Jacob Ottander
Boy in Mall
Herman Troeng
Boy in Mall
Tobias Åkesson
Train Attendant
Peggy Johansson
Train Attendant
Humberto Guandinango Espinosa
The Panflute Band
Luis Alonso Tuquerez
The Panflute Band
José Jaime
The Panflute Band
Patricio Cotacachi
The Panflute Band
Rodrigo Cotacachi
The Panflute Band
Alfredo Cahuasqui
The Panflute Band
Play — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Play?+
Play is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Play come out?+
Play was released in 2011.
How long is Play?+
Play runs for 118 minutes (1 hour and 58 minutes).
Who directed Play?+
Play was directed by Ruben Östlund.
Who stars in Play?+
Play stars Anas Abdirahman, Sebastian Blyckert, Yannick Diakité, Kevin Vaz and John Ortiz.
Is Play worth watching?+
Play holds a 6.8/10 rating from 144 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and crime.
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