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IMDb19951h 22m

The Book of the Octopus

Bläckfiskens bok

Synopsis

"Bläckfiskens bok" is made up of three short films ("Första resan", "Drömresan" and "Sista resan"). While making these movies, Nilsson tried to put himself in an artificial depression in order to see the world as an angry and sad man. "My mind functions like a spider's web: all the images, all the ideas, all the sentences, all the idiocies stick. Thus am I a prisoner."

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Eric M. Nilsson
Original Title
Bläckfiskens bok
Spoken Languages
Swedish
Runtime
1h 22m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Eric M. Nilsson

Department Leadership Roster

Eric M. Nilsson

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Book of the Octopus

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Book of the Octopus about?

"Bläckfiskens bok" is made up of three short films ("Första resan", "Drömresan" and "Sista resan"). While making these movies, Nilsson tried to put himself in an artificial depression in order to see the world as an angry and sad man. "My mind functions like a spider's web: all the images, all the ideas, all the sentences, all the idiocies stick. Thus am I a prisoner."

Who directed The Book of the Octopus?

The Book of the Octopus was directed by Eric M. Nilsson.

Who stars in The Book of the Octopus?

The principal cast of The Book of the Octopus includes Not specified.

When was The Book of the Octopus released and how long is it?

The Book of the Octopus was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.