The Icelandic Dream
Íslenski draumurinn
“A young business man loses track on reality when his obsession with soccer grows too strong”
Synopsis
A business man and weekend dad is getting worn down by family trouble, business failure and the continuous loss of his favorite football team. He decides to start importing Bulgarian energy cigarettes in a last ditch attempt at success ... his best friend soon advises that suicide might be his best option.
Top Cast
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Jón Gnarr
Valli
Þorsteinn Bachmann
Geiri
Gunnar Eyjólfsson
Halldór the ex-inlaw
Felix Bergsson
Neigbour
Þórhallur Sverrisson
Toti
Matt Keeslar
The American
Hafdís Huld
Dagmar
Laufey Brá Jónsdottir
Silja the ex-wife
Milena Delgado
Spanish friend
Edda Björg Eyjólfsdóttir
Edda
Guðrún Gísladóttir
Mother
Björgvin Franz Gíslason
Johnny Norway
Hafdís Helga Helgadóttir
Sól
Laufey Karítas
Vala
Sigurjón Kjartansson
Loser
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 19, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Róbert I. Douglas
- Screenplay & Story
- Róbert I. Douglas
- Original Score
- Jóhann Jóhannsson
- Original Title
- Íslenski draumurinn
- Country of Origin
- Iceland
- Spoken Languages
- English, Icelandic
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Film Douglas & Li
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Róbert I. Douglas
Róbert I. Douglas
Jóhann Jóhannsson
Júlíus Kemp
Department Leadership Roster
Róbert I. Douglas
Writer
Júlíus Kemp
Producer
Róbert I. Douglas
Director
Jóhann Jóhannsson
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Icelandic Dream
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Icelandic Dream about?
A business man and weekend dad is getting worn down by family trouble, business failure and the continuous loss of his favorite football team. He decides to start importing Bulgarian energy cigarettes in a last ditch attempt at success ... his best friend soon advises that suicide might be his best option.
Who directed The Icelandic Dream?
The Icelandic Dream was directed by Róbert I. Douglas.
Who stars in The Icelandic Dream?
The principal cast of The Icelandic Dream includes Jón Gnarr, Þorsteinn Bachmann, Gunnar Eyjólfsson, Felix Bergsson, Þórhallur Sverrisson.
When was The Icelandic Dream released and how long is it?
The Icelandic Dream was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Icelandic Dream?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Icelandic Dream was composed by Jóhann Jóhannsson.