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Executive Protection

Original title: Livvakterna
  • 2001
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 52m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
4.9K
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Jakob Eklund in Executive Protection (2001)
ActionCrimeThriller

Sven's clothing factory sabotaged. He hires bodyguard Nikolaus to investigate. Nikolaus uses brutal methods, horrifying Sven who calls off their deal. But Nikolaus still considers contract b... Read allSven's clothing factory sabotaged. He hires bodyguard Nikolaus to investigate. Nikolaus uses brutal methods, horrifying Sven who calls off their deal. But Nikolaus still considers contract binding and Sven's family is now at risk.Sven's clothing factory sabotaged. He hires bodyguard Nikolaus to investigate. Nikolaus uses brutal methods, horrifying Sven who calls off their deal. But Nikolaus still considers contract binding and Sven's family is now at risk.

  • Director
    • Anders Nilsson
  • Writers
    • Anders Nilsson
    • Joakim Hansson
  • Stars
    • Jakob Eklund
    • Samuel Fröler
    • Alexandra Rapaport
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.3/10
    4.9K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Anders Nilsson
    • Writers
      • Anders Nilsson
      • Joakim Hansson
    • Stars
      • Jakob Eklund
      • Samuel Fröler
      • Alexandra Rapaport
    • 19User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Jakob Eklund
    Jakob Eklund
    • Johan Falk
    Samuel Fröler
    Samuel Fröler
    • Sven
    Alexandra Rapaport
    Alexandra Rapaport
    • Pernilla
    Lia Boysen
    Lia Boysen
    • Jeanette
    Christoph M. Ohrt
    Christoph M. Ohrt
    • Nikolaus
    Marie Richardson
    Marie Richardson
    • Helén
    Krister Henriksson
    Krister Henriksson
    • Mårtensson
    Per Burell
    • Torbjörn
    Lennart Hjulström
    Lennart Hjulström
    • Sellberg
    Örjan Landström
    • Ralf
    Rafael Edholm
    Rafael Edholm
    • Carl
    Katarina Weidhagen
    Katarina Weidhagen
    • Lisbeth
    Magnus Roosmann
    Magnus Roosmann
    • Fredrixon
    Amanda Andersson
    • Maria
    Hanna Alsterlund
    • Nina
    Claes-Göran Turesson
    • Gunnar
    • (as Claes Göran Turesson)
    Evert Lindkvist
    • Danielsson
    Fredrik Dolk
    Fredrik Dolk
    • Kroon
    • Director
      • Anders Nilsson
    • Writers
      • Anders Nilsson
      • Joakim Hansson
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews19

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    KFORII

    Realistic action!!!

    This film is a "must" for those who are into realistic action. It has good story, good actors and it`s not typical American. I can only speak for myself when I say that I appreciate that guns are being properly handled, that magazines are being changed and that a simple car-crash does not make an explosion. "Livvakterna"/"Executive Protection" are an example to follow for all Nordic film makers. Dice throw 5!!!
    8gustav_c_j

    A bodyguard firm helps a victim...

    This movie is the second of a trilogy. It's about Johan Falk a Swedish police officer. His friend gets caught in a situation with organized crime takin' over companies. And Johan comes to the rescue. This is a high speed action movie from beginning to end. And you won't be disappointed by it. The other movies are "Noll Tollerans"(Zero tolerance) and "Tredje vågen" (the Third wave).
    9spj-4

    a great thriller I chanced upon, called "Executive Protection" in Australia

    Well! What a pleasant surprise I chanced on when I crossed the dial to find this Swedish movie on channel SBS! A quality production for a QUALITY channel!!

    This is a GREAT thriller! It has much drama but with solid plot underlying it! Several scenes in this are riveting & thoughtfully provoking! The background setting & human foibles & flawed decisions make for a gripping finale!

    There is violence & bloodshed, but it is not lacking in reality in such depictions or desperate situations! ... Well portraying the confused emotions of those who are victims! ... As well as those who ruthlessly attack without fairness or compassion or intent other than self-advantage!!!

    This is compelling viewing! I had intended to split my viewing between 2 other programs FAR less enthralling!! ... I found this instead!
    norsted

    Great action-thriller from the same man that did "Noll Tolerans"

    As the former writer said, it´s a rather good action-thriller. The best one I have seen on Swedish cinemas anyway. Go see it!
    fgh-enterprises

    Very cool film about personal protection

    This is the first Swedish film I have seen, having watch it on the SBS TV channel in Australia the reason I watched it was the title got my attention due working in the private security industry. It is very sparse with none of the usual Hollywood Bulls**t that is usually attached with these type of films. A realistic and compentent look at the intricate world of personal protection, especially during the scene's where the bad guys take the house and Pernilla throws herself in front of the principal and keep's him down until the all clear is given.The ending is edge of seat stuff. All up a extremely good film. Highly recommended veiwing

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    • Quotes

      Nikolaus Lehman: No, she's there. Do you want me to...?

      Johan Falk: No!

      Nikolaus Lehman: Mr. Falk, I am a man of honor. If I say something I mean it.

      Nikolaus Lehman: Go! Take the contracts, save the woman, let me go. And I will never bother any of you again.

    • Connections
      Followed by The Third Wave (2003)
    • Soundtracks
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      Performed by The Rasmus

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    • Release date
      • August 17, 2001 (Sweden)
    • Country of origin
      • Sweden
    • Languages
      • Swedish
      • English
      • German
    • Also known as
      • Livvakterna
    • Filming locations
      • Estonia
    • Production companies
      • Sonet Film
      • Film i Väst
      • TV3
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $226,296
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 52 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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