The Laxá Farmers
Hvellur
Synopsis
The Laxá Farmers is about old farmers who 40 years ago blew up a dam to save their valley. They had protested for years but were losing the battle and being chased off their land when in the middle of the night they brought out the dynamite. This event marks the birth of environmentalism in Iceland. The farmers won a court case against them by sticking together and all confessing. For 40 years they have never revealed the secret. Until now.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Grímur Hákonarson
- Original Title
- Hvellur
- Country of Origin
- Iceland
- Spoken Languages
- Icelandic
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Ground Control
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Grímur Hákonarson
Steinþór Birgisson, Eva Lind Höskuldsdóttir
Department Leadership Roster
Grímur Hákonarson
Director
Steinþór Birgisson
Editor
Eva Lind Höskuldsdóttir
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Laxá Farmers
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What is The Laxá Farmers about?
The Laxá Farmers is about old farmers who 40 years ago blew up a dam to save their valley. They had protested for years but were losing the battle and being chased off their land when in the middle of the night they brought out the dynamite. This event marks the birth of environmentalism in Iceland. The farmers won a court case against them by sticking together and all confessing. For 40 years they have never revealed the secret. Until now.
Who directed The Laxá Farmers?
The Laxá Farmers was directed by Grímur Hákonarson.
Who stars in The Laxá Farmers?
The principal cast of The Laxá Farmers includes Not specified.
When was The Laxá Farmers released and how long is it?
The Laxá Farmers was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.