Category: Norwegian

Norwegian

The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King (2017)

So, Norwegian critics have been pretty much butchering this movie. Which is a little strange. On the other hand, Norwegian movie critics don’t typically like this kind of movie. No. Boring, dark, dramatic movies that no one (other than the critics) really wants to see, that’s what they like! So when someone tries to make an entertaining movie, a movie that sort of breaks the … Continue reading The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King (2017)

Cinema TraceLeave a comment
Norwegian

Next Door (2005)

Naboer tells the story of John, having recently been left by his girlfriend, he retreats into self imposed isolation in his somewhat claustrophobic apartment. As the story unfolds (some parts in flashback) John is approached by his alluring neighbor who seduces/drags him into an underworld of sadism and mysterious undercurrents of retribution for something John does not yet understand. Definitely unique in it’s storytelling, Naboer … Continue reading Next Door (2005)

Cinema TraceLeave a comment