One-Hand Clapping

One-Hand Clapping is a 2001 Danish comedy film written and directed by Gert Fredholm, and starring Jens Okking, Peter Gantzler, and. The film was produced by Zentropa.

Plot

Erik Svensson is a wealthy but aging businessman whose wife has finally died after years of serious illness. He is now able to sell his company and plans a life in luxury in Spain with his beautiful girlfriend Helene. Just before departure, he receives a letter from a former mistress claiming that he is the father of her daughter. He hires the undertaker Anders as his chauffeur and together they set out to investigate the claim.

Cast

Jens Okking as Svensson
Peter Gantzler as Anders
as Heidi
as Lotte
Ann Eleonora Jørgensen as Helene
Jesper Christensen as H.C. Krøyer
as Elisabeth

Accolades

The film was nominated both for a Danish Film|Bodil] and Robert award for Best Danish Film, and Jens Okking won the Bodil Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his performance.