Ketill
Synopsis
The protagonist Ketill Larsen is a 71-year-old man living in a desolate house on a hill with a view of a shopping mall on the outskirts of Reykjavik. Each day, with a bag filled with his own works, he hitchhikes to the city center where he writes poems and makes paintings (at least 15 a day) in his favorite cafes. As a retired actor he has a number of stories to tell which he stores using a portable tape recorder, and during Christmas time he dresses as Santa Claus. Though widely known in Iceland, Ketill remains a mysterious figure and an exception to the social norm. Joseph Marzolla and Tomas Lemarquis have created a film where the reality and the fantastical world of Ketill´s creations meet in an unforgettable journey. Ketill is a remarkable personality, who has a number of stories to tell and unusual experiences to share. He is a true artist, dedicated to his art and poetic in his everyday life.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Marzolla, Tómas Lemarquis
- Original Score
- Davíð Þór Jónsson, Ólöf Arnalds
- Original Title
- Ketill
- Spoken Languages
- Icelandic
- Runtime
- 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Marzolla, Tómas Lemarquis
Davíð Þór Jónsson, Ólöf Arnalds
Joseph Marzolla, Tómas Lemarquis, Frédéric Febvre
Dodda Maggý
Anna Lísa Björnsdóttir, Tómas Lemarquis, Joseph Marzolla
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Marzolla
Director
Anna Lísa Björnsdóttir
Producer
Dodda Maggý
Editor
Joseph Marzolla
Director of Photography
Tómas Lemarquis
Producer
Tómas Lemarquis
Director of Photography
Joseph Marzolla
Producer
Tómas Lemarquis
Director
Frédéric Febvre
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Ketill.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ketill
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ketill about?
The protagonist Ketill Larsen is a 71-year-old man living in a desolate house on a hill with a view of a shopping mall on the outskirts of Reykjavik. Each day, with a bag filled with his own works, he hitchhikes to the city center where he writes poems and makes paintings (at least 15 a day) in his favorite cafes. As a retired actor he has a number of stories to tell which he stores using a portable tape recorder, and during Christmas time he dresses as Santa Claus. Though widely known in Iceland, Ketill remains a mysterious figure and an exception to the social norm. Joseph Marzolla and Tomas Lemarquis have created a film where the reality and the fantastical world of Ketill´s creations meet in an unforgettable journey. Ketill is a remarkable personality, who has a number of stories to tell and unusual experiences to share. He is a true artist, dedicated to his art and poetic in his everyday life.
Who directed Ketill?
Ketill was directed by Joseph Marzolla, Tómas Lemarquis.
Who stars in Ketill?
The principal cast of Ketill includes Not specified.
When was Ketill released and how long is it?
Ketill was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Ketill?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ketill was composed by Davíð Þór Jónsson, Ólöf Arnalds.