Hard asfalt
“…the love story of the century”
Synopsis
This melodrama is based on the best-selling autobiography of Ida Halvorsen, a part-time prostitute with a life that was difficult to survive. Ida (Kristin Kajander) grew up with an alcoholic father, and after she married an alcoholic, her life went from early marital bliss to misery. She had a child during that marriage, took drugs, and turned to prostitution to get the money she needed. Along the way, many characters she met were dangerous and in more than one instance almost killed her. For Norwegians who are familiar with her story, the ending to the film will be recognized as incomplete, the story continues. For other audiences the ending might be a little grim.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Kristin Kajander
Ida
Frank Krog
Knut
Marianne Nielsen
Åse
Morten Faldaas
Bønna
Liv Heløe
May-Britt
Tone Schwarzott
Idas Mor
Tom Tellefsen
Idas far
Svein Erik Brodal
Herr Abrahamsen
Gudrun Waadeland
Fru Abrahamsen
Sigve Bøe
Nordlie
Anne Marit Jacobsen
Dagmamma
Bernhard Ramstad
Kaspersen
Per Jansen
Mann på gata
Kalle Øby
Steinar Wiik Sørvik
Kirsten Weidemann
Marita Viken
Bjarne Thomsen
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sølve Skagen
- Original Score
- Marius Müller
- Original Title
- Hard asfalt
- Country of Origin
- Norway
- Spoken Languages
- Norwegian
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- Teamfilm AS, Filmkameratene
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sølve Skagen
Marius Müller
Malte Wadman
John M. Jacobsen
Department Leadership Roster
Sølve Skagen
Director
John M. Jacobsen
Producer
Malte Wadman
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hard asfalt.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hard asfalt
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hard asfalt about?
This melodrama is based on the best-selling autobiography of Ida Halvorsen, a part-time prostitute with a life that was difficult to survive. Ida (Kristin Kajander) grew up with an alcoholic father, and after she married an alcoholic, her life went from early marital bliss to misery. She had a child during that marriage, took drugs, and turned to prostitution to get the money she needed. Along the way, many characters she met were dangerous and in more than one instance almost killed her. For Norwegians who are familiar with her story, the ending to the film will be recognized as incomplete, the story continues. For other audiences the ending might be a little grim.
Who directed Hard asfalt?
Hard asfalt was directed by Sølve Skagen.
Who stars in Hard asfalt?
The principal cast of Hard asfalt includes Kristin Kajander, Frank Krog, Marianne Nielsen, Morten Faldaas, Liv Heløe.
When was Hard asfalt released and how long is it?
Hard asfalt was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Hard asfalt?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hard asfalt was composed by Marius Müller.