Below are some of the best Norwegian directors ever. Click on their pictures to discover more about them.
A Brief History of Norwegian Cinema
The first known Norwegian film, a short about fishermen, was produced in 1907 by Peter Lykke-Seest, a pioneer in the industry. This started a minor golden age of silent movies in the country. However, the country’s film industry didn’t really establish itself until the Second World War brought its development to a halt.
Post-war Norwegian cinema entered a phase of rebuilding and innovation. During the 1950s and 1960s, filmmakers like Edith Carlmar and Erik Løchen played significant roles in reviving the industry. Carlmar, often hailed as Norway’s first female director, made a mark with socially conscious films, while Løchen’s experimental style pushed the boundaries of conventional storytelling. The 1970s and 1980s saw a surge in government support, leading to the establishment of the Norwegian Film Institute, which played a crucial role in nurturing talent and supporting film production. This period witnessed the rise of directors like Anja Breien, whose works focused on strong, complex female characters, reflecting the societal changes and feminist movements of the time.
Contemporary Norwegian cinema is renowned for its diversity and quality, garnering international acclaim. Directors like Joachim Trier and Hans Petter Moland have become notable figures on the global stage. Trier’s films, known for their nuanced exploration of human relationships and psyche, like “Oslo, August 31st”, have received critical acclaim. Meanwhile, Moland’s works often blend dark humour with social commentary, as seen in “In Order of Disappearance”.
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