Mythical Woman
Sjáldsom Kvinna
Synopsis
Seals were believed to be former human beings who voluntarily sought death in the ocean. Once a year, on the Thirteenth night, they were allowed to come on land, strip off their skins and amuse themselves as human beings, dancing and enjoying themselves. This short film explores the legend of Kópakonan, literally meaning “the Seal Woman”, one of the best-known folktales in the Faroe Islands.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Tróndur Karlsson Mouritsen
Brandur
Hjálmar Dam
Heini
Beinta Andreassen
Seal Woman
Jákup Dahl Wardum
Torkil
Teitur Dam Jacobsen
Child, boy
Bjørg Dam Jacobsen
Child, girl
Anna Paula Ihlen Gardshorn
Seal Person
Jóhanna Óladóttir Joensen
Seal Person
Duðrun Tórsdóttir
Seal Person
Eydna Í Soylu
Seal Person
Teresa Fríðriksdóttir Bláhamar
Seal Person
Hildur Sundberg Elisasen
Seal Person
Marjun Nicodemussen
Seal Person
Lea Áradóttir Rasmussen
Seal Person
Íðun Rúnadóttir
Seal Person
Rúni Jacobsen
Rower
Hálvdan Brink Dalsgaard
Rower
Henningur Einar Juul
Rower
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Line Wulff Schrøder-Jensen
- Original Title
- Sjáldsom Kvinna
- Country of Origin
- Faeroe Islands
- Spoken Languages
- Faroese
- Runtime
- 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Line Wulff Schrøder-Jensen
Emilie Thejll-Madsen
Karen Kristianna Hildardóttir Gram
Department Leadership Roster
Line Wulff Schrøder-Jensen
Director
Karen Kristianna Hildardóttir Gram
Producer
Emilie Thejll-Madsen
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mythical Woman.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mythical Woman
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mythical Woman about?
Seals were believed to be former human beings who voluntarily sought death in the ocean. Once a year, on the Thirteenth night, they were allowed to come on land, strip off their skins and amuse themselves as human beings, dancing and enjoying themselves. This short film explores the legend of Kópakonan, literally meaning “the Seal Woman”, one of the best-known folktales in the Faroe Islands.
Who directed Mythical Woman?
Mythical Woman was directed by Line Wulff Schrøder-Jensen.
Who stars in Mythical Woman?
The principal cast of Mythical Woman includes Tróndur Karlsson Mouritsen, Hjálmar Dam, Beinta Andreassen, Jákup Dahl Wardum, Teitur Dam Jacobsen.
When was Mythical Woman released and how long is it?
Mythical Woman was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 14m.