Skumringslandet

What a sorry piece of film this was. Adjusted for a small budget yes, but come on - the creative forces in production and acting were so weak. The story is lame and confusing and the acting sucks.

That Goes for everyone except Kim Bodnia. Sad to see such a good actor riding out his career by catching crappy gigs in low budget productions. The setting for this movie - 12th Century Norway, recently christened by the sword - presents lots of opportunities for a good movie on a small budget. Was this achieved? No. Were dialogues and acting at times awkward? Yes. Did you get fed up of Ansgar before even seeing him? Indeed

If, by curiosity you decide to watch this movie - they the Only way to enjoy the film is to turn it into a drinking game. Every time the name Ansgar is spoken - your Choice of liquid comes bottom up! Raise the stakes by shotting Absinthe every time the protagonist looks perplexed and stupid while uttering his brothers name.

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First let me give my condolences to the families and friends of the two casualties of this movie. Daniel Henriksbø and Mats Bjarg.

OK. Skumringslandet isn't a horrible movie, but there are some problems.

I think it looks very good. Great atmosphere. Nice scenery. It must be at least partly because of Pål Sterud! I'm sure of it. Someone promote that dude! Skumringslandet has some sweet looking visuals, and it looks authentic. It made me think about how it must have been living in those times. Good stuff.

Unfortunately the direction isn't the best. It jumps here and there and lacks the proper build up in several scenes. The main actor isn't as good an actor as he should be either, which is kind of a shame. He has this stare, like a lot. You just don't really feel for the guy. Sverre Anker Ousdal although not bad, unfortunately quite can't handle his dialect, also a shame. The highlight acting-wise is Kim Bodnia. He's solid. Ewen Bremner is also fun.

So, all in all not too shabby, but it won't go down as a classic.

That Pål Sterud, though. Good job!