Speed Walking () is a 2014 Danish drama film directed by Niels Arden Oplev. It is based on the novel of the same name by Morten Kirkskov. Plot In 1976 in provincial Denmark, 14-year-old Martin (Villads Bøye) is about to be confirmed when his mother dies of cancer. The weeks leading up to his confirmation are difficult and turbulent, as Martin's father and older brother are distraught and Martin must try to keep the family together. In addition, he must deal with his feelings, sexuality and friendships. Cast Villads Bøye as Martin Frederik Winther Rasmussen as Kim Kraka Donslund Nielsen as Kristine Anders W. Berthelsen as Hans Sidse Babett Knudsen as Lizzie Pilou Asbæk as Onkel Kristian Jens Jørn Spottag Jakob Lohmann Christine Gjerulff Anette Støvelbæk Kristian Halken Steen Stig Lommer Stine Stengade Anne Louise Hassing David Dencik References External links 2014 films 2014 drama films 2010s Danish-language films Films directed by Niels Arden Oplev Danish drama films Danish LGBT-related films Gay-related films