Hamsun
"They were worshipped as national saints. Hated as traitors. Their marriage spanned from the worst kind of betrayal to the greatest love..."
Originally released in 1996. Hamsun is a drama film. directed by Jan Troell. With a runtime of 2h 39m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Max von Sydow, Ghita Nørby, and Anette Hoff
Synopsis
Knut Hamsun is Norway's most famous and admired author. Ever since he was young he has hated the English for the starvation they caused Norway during WWI. When the Germans occupy Norway 9 April 1940 he welcomes them and the protection they can give from Great Britain. He supports the national socialist ideals, but opposes the way these ideals are turned into action - that Norwegians are jailed and executed. His wife Marie travels in Germany during the war as a sign of support from Knut and herself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 19, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
2h 39m
159 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (25 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Denmark
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- Nordisk Film Denmark
- TV 2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamsun about?
Knut Hamsun is Norway's most famous and admired author. Ever since he was young he has hated the English for the starvation they caused Norway during WWI. When the Germans occupy Norway 9 April 194...
Who directed Hamsun?
Hamsun was directed by Jan Troell.
How long is Hamsun?
Hamsun has a runtime of 2 hours and 39 minutes (159 minutes total).
When was Hamsun released?
Hamsun was released on April 19, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hamsun?
The main cast of Hamsun includes Max von Sydow, Ghita Nørby, Anette Hoff, Jesper Christensen, Edgar Selge.