Benjamin, the Dove
Benjamín dúfa
Synopsis
Benjamin Dove is a story of a group of friends who form their own little round table of knights. The first thing they see in the morning is what they are to be called. Benjamin saw a dove first thing, hence, Benjamin Dove. However problems start to occur as some boys are outcast, some are kicked out, new gangs are created, rivalry and chaos ensue and finally it ends with a death. A death no one in the sleepy town expected.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Sturla Sighvatsson
Benjamín
Gunnar Cauthery
Róland
Sigfús Sturluson
Baldur
Hjörleifur Björnsson
Andrés
Guðrún Þ. Stephensen
Guðlaug
Pálmi Gestsson
Andrés' father
Sigrún Gylfadóttir
Nurse
Guðmundur Haraldsson
Benjamín's father
Elsa Lillý Lárusdóttir
Child
Sigríður Rut Marrow
Girl crying in door
Jóhann Sigurðarson
Benjamín, old
Konrad Thorleifsson
Guest
Sigurveig Jónsdóttir
Nurse
Ólafía Hrönn Jónsdóttir
Neighbour
Arnar Einarsson
Beggi kúkur
Kári Þórðarson
Helgi
Hilmar Birgir Ólafsson
Baldur, young
Elva Ósk Ólafsdóttir
Benjamín's mother
Release History & Theatrical Window
Febio Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 1, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gísli Snær Erlingsson
- Screenplay & Story
- Friðrik Erlingsson
- Original Score
- Ólafur Gaukur Þórhallsson
- Original Title
- Benjamín dúfa
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Iceland, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Icelandic
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Neue Deutsche Filmgesellschaft, Baldur film, Migma Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gísli Snær Erlingsson
Friðrik Erlingsson
Ólafur Gaukur Þórhallsson
Kerstin Eriksdotter
Baldur Hrafnkell Jónsson
Department Leadership Roster
Gísli Snær Erlingsson
Director
Friðrik Erlingsson
Writer
Baldur Hrafnkell Jónsson
Producer
Ólafur Gaukur Þórhallsson
Original Music Composer
Kerstin Eriksdotter
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Benjamin, the Dove.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Benjamin, the Dove
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Benjamin, the Dove about?
Benjamin Dove is a story of a group of friends who form their own little round table of knights. The first thing they see in the morning is what they are to be called. Benjamin saw a dove first thing, hence, Benjamin Dove. However problems start to occur as some boys are outcast, some are kicked out, new gangs are created, rivalry and chaos ensue and finally it ends with a death. A death no one in the sleepy town expected.
Who directed Benjamin, the Dove?
Benjamin, the Dove was directed by Gísli Snær Erlingsson.
Who stars in Benjamin, the Dove?
The principal cast of Benjamin, the Dove includes Sturla Sighvatsson, Gunnar Cauthery, Sigfús Sturluson, Hjörleifur Björnsson, Guðrún Þ. Stephensen.
When was Benjamin, the Dove released and how long is it?
Benjamin, the Dove was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Benjamin, the Dove?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Benjamin, the Dove was composed by Ólafur Gaukur Þórhallsson.