The Execution
Martin
Synopsis
A small peaceful town in Norway. But forces other than peace and tolerance are brewing beneath the surface. It all begins with Martin, a teacher, accused of being gay. The rumor spreads and also hits his friends Kjærsti and Sara, who live together. The three are deviants in people's eyes, and threaten the image of reality. In the municipal administration, two corrupt officials use the rumor to hide their own dishonesty.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leidulv Risan
- Screenplay & Story
- Leidulv Risan, Anne Gulbjørg Digranes, Harald Gunnar Paalgard
- Original Title
- Martin
- Country of Origin
- Norway
- Spoken Languages
- Norwegian
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leidulv Risan
Leidulv Risan, Anne Gulbjørg Digranes, Harald Gunnar Paalgard
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Leidulv Risan
Writer
Leidulv Risan
Director
Anne Gulbjørg Digranes
Writer
Harald Gunnar Paalgard
Writer
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What is The Execution about?
A small peaceful town in Norway. But forces other than peace and tolerance are brewing beneath the surface. It all begins with Martin, a teacher, accused of being gay. The rumor spreads and also hits his friends Kjærsti and Sara, who live together. The three are deviants in people's eyes, and threaten the image of reality. In the municipal administration, two corrupt officials use the rumor to hide their own dishonesty.
Who directed The Execution?
The Execution was directed by Leidulv Risan.
Who stars in The Execution?
The principal cast of The Execution includes Bjørn Skagestad, Unni Evjen, Jon Eikemo, Sverre Anker Ousdal, Nina Hart.
When was The Execution released and how long is it?
The Execution was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.