Insomnia
"No peace for the wicked"
Originally released in 1997. Insomnia is a thriller/crime film. directed by Erik Skjoldbjærg.
Starring Stellan Skarsgård, Sverre Anker Ousdal, and Bjørn Floberg
Synopsis
Detectives Jonas and Erik are called to the midnight sun country of northern Norway to investigate a recent homicide, but their plan to arrest the killer goes awry, and Jonas mistakenly shoots Erik. The suspect escapes, and a frightened Jonas pins Erik's death on the fugitive. Jonas continues to pursue the killer as he seeks to protect himself; however, his mounting guilt and the omnipresent sun plague him with an insomnia that affects his sanity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 14, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (303 votes)
Box Office
$227.6K
Worldwide gross
Language
NO
Original language
Country
Norway
Production
Director
Top Cast
Stellan Skarsgård
as Jonas Engström
Sverre Anker Ousdal
as Erik Vik
Bjørn Floberg
as Jon Holt
Maria Mathiesen
as Tanja Lorentzen
Gisken Armand
as Hilde Hagen
Kristian Figenschow
as Arne Zakariassen
Thor Michael Aamodt
as Tom Engen
Frode Rasmussen
as Chief of Police
Bjørn Moan
as Eilert
Maria Bonnevie
as Ane
You Might Also Like
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NO
- Revenue
- $227,569
Production Companies
- Norsk Film
- Nordic Screen Production AS
- Norsk Filminstitutt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Insomnia about?
Detectives Jonas and Erik are called to the midnight sun country of northern Norway to investigate a recent homicide, but their plan to arrest the killer goes awry, and Jonas mistakenly shoots Erik...
Who directed Insomnia?
Insomnia was directed by Erik Skjoldbjærg.
How long is Insomnia?
Insomnia has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Insomnia released?
Insomnia was released on March 14, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Insomnia?
The main cast of Insomnia includes Stellan Skarsgård, Sverre Anker Ousdal, Bjørn Floberg, Maria Mathiesen, Gisken Armand.
Is Insomnia worth watching?
Insomnia has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 303 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.