Every Other Week

Every Other Week

NR 2006 · 97 min · ★ 6.4 · Comedy, Drama, Romance

Pontus is divorced and has custody of his children every other week while living life as a bachelor the rest of the time. His older brother, Jens, is married since 20 years and has three children. When Jens' marriage collapses, he moves in with his younger brother - a move which will change both of their lives radically.

Directed by Hannes Holm · Written by Hannes Holm

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