04 June 2009, 14:02
Set in a strange, fantasy Glasgow, this Danish-Scottish-Swedish-French co-production from 2003 is a truly European film. Directed by Lone Scherfig and with terrific performances from Jamie Sives and Shirley Henderson, it's a quirky little movie that's more charming than morbid, more funny than sad.
What’s it all about?
Wilbur is an immature young Glaswegian lad who's determined to kill himself, even though he's got a loving brother Harbour who's ever the optimist and a shop full of second-hand books inherited from his recently deceased father.
When Harbour falls in love with shy hospital cleaner Alice, Wilbur's got one more reason to do the deed. Not because he needs the attention, but because he rather fancies Alice himself.
But Alice's daughter, the idealistic young Mary, also captures Wilbur's heart, which may help save his life - or help him find peace.
Cast
Jamie Sives: Wilbur
Adrian Rawlins: Harbour
Shirley Henderson: Alice
Julia Davis: Moira
Mads Mikkelsen: Horst
Lisa McKinlay: Mary
Trivia
One of a more or less succesful series of foreign language film made by Danish filmmakers using Danish money, after the success of Danish language films around the world. Others include Breaking the Waves, Dancer in the Dark, It's All About Love and Dogville.
Director Lone Scherfig considers it her most complete film.
When's it on?
Wilbur Wants to Kill Himself is on STV on Monday, June 15 at 22.35pm.
Last updated: 04 June 2009, 15:14
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