The Far Side of Paradise: New Films from Norway
Weekday Matinee Admission*
- $9 General Public
- $7 Students
- $6 Seniors
- $5 Members
*All screenings that begin prior to 6pm, Mon-Fri only.
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- $27 General Public/ $21 Students & Seniors/ $18 Members
Norwegian films are continuing to find strong international audiences, as a new generation offers its own, often particular takes on life in one of the world's most prosperous and liberal societies. We present an impressive selection of new works from Norway, as well as tribute to the late Edith Carlmar, a remarkable director who delighted audiences and critics alike when she visited the Walter Reade Theater in 1999.
Presented with the support of the Norwegian Film Institute and the Consulate General of Norway in New York.
Past Films
Death Is a Caress
In this offbeat, fascinating film noir—apparently Norway’s first—wealthy socialite Sonja meets handsome, muscular mechanic Erik when she drops off her car for repairs. In person: Ingrid Dokka, a Norwegian film scholar who has written extensively on Edith Carlmar. Discussion following the 6:45pm screening on Friday, April 29.
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Home for Christmas
Norwegian all-star Bent Hamer has a knack for striking and holding the wry, deadpan tone that eludes most would-be conjurers of life’s little (and big) absurdities. In person: director Bent Hamer.
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King of Devil’s Island
Based on a notorious uprising at a boys’ reform school in 1915 that required military intervention, Marius Holst’s island-bound epic is a grim study in adolescent rebellion and the rigors of regimentation. Starring Stellan Skarsgård. Q&A with director at both screenings. In person: director Marius Holst & actor Stellan Skarsgård on Wednesday, April 27!
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Lend Me Your Wife
Carlmar Film, the independent production company the filmmaker ran with her husband Otto, also put out comedies, including this adaptation from a witty, clever novel by Erik Pouplier.
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Limbo
A coming-of-age story for adults unfolds in the sunny climes of Trinidad in Maria Sødahl’s Seventies-set feature debut. In person: director Maria Sødahl.
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The Liverpool Goalie
A school-daze crowd-pleaser and award-winner at this year’s Berlin International Film Festival, The Liverpool Goalie takes us into the suburban world of 13-year-old Jo.
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The Man Who Loved Yngve
Set in 1989 with a vintage soundtrack, the rambunctious jockeying for attention in high school comes to life in Stian Kristiansen’s tough and tender story of a teen finding his own way.
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Together
What’s fascinating about Matias Armand Jordal’s stirring father-son portrait is the emotional strength displayed on the younger side of the equation.
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The Wayward Girl
The final film by the remarkable Edith Carlmar turned out to be the work that introduced the world to one of cinema’s most magnificent actresses — Liv Ullmann.
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