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Inspired by a true story from 1968. Four boys bury some ancient Chinese coins in an excavation field and consequentially rewrite world history. A 15-year-old boy and his friends bury a handful of ancient Chinese coins in an excavation field, hoping to fool the local archeologists and impress the girls. But the news of the discovery quickly spreads to every corner of the world. Journalists, professors, and coin experts from abroad all rush to the city. Suddenly, the sleepy town of Stavanger is at the center of the world map. The main character, Henning, finds himself in an impossible dilemma: should he play along or tell the truth at the cost of destroying his own family?
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based on true story
1960s
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How long is The Coins?
The Coins has a runtime of 20m ( and 20 minutes).
Who directed The Coins?
The Coins was directed by Maria Lavelle and released in 2023.
What genre is The Coins?
The Coins is a Drama film (2023).
Who stars in The Coins?
The cast of The Coins includes Adam Ekeli, Emil Piel, Kristoffer Joner, Håkon Karoliussen, Conrad Ørland Wathne.
