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Kristin Lavransdatter

August 25, 1995 3h 7m 4.4/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 1995. Kristin Lavransdatter is a drama/romance film. directed by Liv Ullmann. With a runtime of 3h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Elisabeth Matheson, Lena Endre, and Gisken Armand

Synopsis

The daughter of a prominent medieval Norway landowner, Kristin grows up in total harmony with the ideals of the time: strong family ties, social pride and devout Christianity. As she accepts the fact that she has been arranged to marry the son of another landowner, Kristin's beauty, innocence and purity evokes violent emotions around her: envy, lust, murder, revenge. She seeks refuge in a convent, awaiting marriage. Here, the passion of her life strikes, the knight Erlend Nikulaussonn. However, their love cannot be private, and suddenly Kristin is the centre of a scandal.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 25, 1995 30 years ago
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Runtime 3h 7m 187 minutes total
User Rating 4.4/10 Mixed (8 votes)
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Language NO Original language
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Country Germany + 2 more

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
NO

Production Companies

  • Lefwander Kapitalförvaltning
  • Norsk Film
  • Norsk Rikskringkasting (NRK)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kristin Lavransdatter about?

The daughter of a prominent medieval Norway landowner, Kristin grows up in total harmony with the ideals of the time: strong family ties, social pride and devout Christianity. As she accepts the fa...

Who directed Kristin Lavransdatter?

Kristin Lavransdatter was directed by Liv Ullmann.

How long is Kristin Lavransdatter?

Kristin Lavransdatter has a runtime of 3 hours and 7 minutes (187 minutes total).

When was Kristin Lavransdatter released?

Kristin Lavransdatter was released on August 25, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kristin Lavransdatter?

The main cast of Kristin Lavransdatter includes Elisabeth Matheson, Lena Endre, Gisken Armand, Erland Josephson, Berard Arnø.