Oslo, August 31st
Directed by Joachim Trier, this poignant film follows a day in the life of Anders, a recovering drug addict, as he navigates the streets of Oslo. The narrative unfolds over 24 hours, capturing his encounters with friends, family, and strangers, while he grapples with his past and uncertain future. The film stars Anders Danielsen Lie, whose compelling performance anchors the story’s exploration of existential despair and fleeting hope. Notably, the film was screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
Genre: Drama
Director: Joachim Trier
Actors: Aksel Thanke, Anders Borchgrevink, Anders Danielsen Lie, Hans Olav Brenner, Ingrid Olava, Kjærsti Odden Skjeldal, Malin Crépin, Øystein Røger, Renate Reinsve, Tone Beate Mostraum
Country: Denmark, Norway, Sweden
Company: Don't Look Now, Motlys, Norsk Filminstitutt
Worldwide Gross: $1,481,665