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Norway enters golden age of film-making
After decades of being overshadowed by its Nordic neighbors, Norway is emerging as a new force in international cinema. Once in the shadow of Sweden and Denmark, whose filmmakers such as Lars von Trier, Thomas Vinterberg, and Ruben Östlund dominated the global stage, Norway is now enjoying what critics call a “golden age.”
Recent successes include Dreams, the final chapter of Dag Johan Haugerud’s Oslo Stories Trilogy, which won the top award at the Berlin Film Festival, and Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value, which took the Grand Prix at Cannes. New directors such as Halfdan Ullmann Tøndel (Armand), Emilie Blichfeldt (The Ugly Stepsister), and Thea Hvistendal (Handling the Undead) are also contributing to this creative momentum.
Actress Renate Reinsve, widely praised for her natural and emotional performances, has become the face of this wave, following her acclaimed role in The Worst Person in the World. Meanwhile, Norwegian drama series like Pernille (also known as Pørni) have found enthusiastic audiences worldwide through streaming platforms.
According to film producers and critics, Norway’s rise has been supported by long-term state investment in film-making, free film schools, and growing international collaborations. However, challenges remain, including rising production costs and the changing strategies of streaming services.
Still, industry leaders argue that the strength of Norwegian cinema lies in its authenticity, diversity of voices, and refusal to imitate neighboring traditions. For many, this marks the moment when Norway steps firmly into the global spotlight, not just as a Nordic player but as a hub of creativity in its own right.