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Films about Norway and Norwegians
Spectacular Norway Tour (DVD). Format: Color, Digital Sound, DTS Surround Sound, Full Screen, Surround Sound, NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only). DVD Release Date: December 1, 2003. Run Time: 30 minutes
This is not a travelogue with narration. This is a film about what you can expect to see while on a Norwegian tour. And, some things you won't see in a travelogue as you tour some of her most exciting destinations. You’ll visit the vital, cultural mecca of Oslo. See beautiful Bergen, the city surrounded by mountains. Travel the famous Flåmsbana railway. Experience the breathtaking Briksdal Glacier and the awe inspiring Geirangerfjord with all its waterfalls. Marvel at the Art Nouveau architecture of the sea town of Ålesund. Feel the history of elegant Trondheim and enjoy the peace and tranquilty that only Norway can offer. This DVD includes authentic Norwegian music from some of Norway's finest artists Producer and videographer Jan Skugstad, born in Stavanger Norway, has a passion for the real life and sights of this beautiful country. 		Beautiful and Festive Norway (DVD). Format: Color, Digital Sound, DTS Surround Sound, Full Screen, NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only). DVD Release Date: December 1, 2004. Run Time: 40 minutes.
Around Stavanger Norway (DVD). Format: Color, Digital Sound, NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only). DVD Release Date: January 1, 2003. Run Time: 48 minutes.
Starting with an official greeting from the Mayor of Stavanger, Leif Johan Sevland, Around Stavanger Norway takes you on a journey of this bustling city on the southwestern coast of Norway. Known mainly as Norway’s oil town, people tend to overlook the beauty and charm of this 800 plus year old town. There is no such thing as far in Stavanger. You can experience almost anything you want within a short distance; deep fjords, wind blown islands, and old wooden houses. Stavanger is over 800 years old and has a wide history of old and new. You can visit ancient Viking settlements then spend the evening in a modern but quaint city. Take a walk in spectacular nature or simply stroll the cobblestone streets. This film will take you on a picturesque, musical journey with music performed by Norway’s top recording artists. Come visit Stavanger! 		Rogaland the jewel of Norway (DVD), A musical portrait of Norway's most beatiful county. Format: Color, Digital Sound, DTS Surround Sound, Full Screen, NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only). DVD Release Date: January 1, 2003. Run Time: 48 minutes.
With music performed by Norway's finest recording artists, Secret Garden, Annbjørg Lien, Dalakopa, Tone Hulbækmo, Steinar Ofsdal and Sigmund Groven. There is hardly a spoken word in this video, but plenty of soothing music as the camera pans across some of the breathtaking scenery of Rogaland. See the deep fjords that cut through the steep mountains where the water is so clear the boats appear to be floating on air. Enter the countryside where the only sound is a brook bubbling through the moss covered banks and the distant bells on the grazing sheep. Visit the thriving yet cozy town of Stavanger with all its richly painted wooden buildings. See the coast where rich farmland merges with the North Sea.
Hamsun (1997) Starring Max von Sydow, Ghita Narby. Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only). DVD Release Date: May 23, 2006. Run Time: 154 minutes.
Knut Hamsun is Norway's most famous and admired author. Ever since he was young he has hated the English for the starvation they caused Norway during WWI. When the Germans occupy Norway 9 April 1940 he welcomes them and the protection they can give from Great Britain. He supports the national socialist ideals, but opposes the way these ideals are turned into action - that Norwegians are jailed and executed. His wife Marie travels in Germany during the war as a sign of support from Knut and herself.
(You can find Hamsun in VHS as well) 		Heroes of Telemark (1965) (VHS). Starring: Kirk Douglas, Richard Harris Director: Anthony Mann. IMDB rating 6.1/10. Norwegian resistance tries to stop German troops to produce an atomic bomb component during WW2. Based on a true story. During WW2 Norway was occupied by Germany. In the clear deep fjords they tried to produce "heavy" water; a vital component in the making of an atomic bomb. A weapon that would win the war for Germany. Norwegian resistance movement finds out about this and the allied are alerted. But will they have the time and opportunity to stop this from happening?
You can also find The Heroes of Telemark in DVD format.

Films with Norwegian composers or musicians
Grieg - Peer Gynt Suites 1 & 2 "Scenes of Norway" - A Naxos Musical Journey. Format: Classical, NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only). DVD Release Date: February 12, 2002. Grieg Folk and Dance Melodies, Piano Concerto - A Naxos Musical Journey (2000). Format: AC-3, Classical, Color, DTS Surround Sound, NTSC. Region: All Regions. DVD Release Date: August 29, 2000.
The haunting Scandinavian terrain; cascading waterfalls; cliffs towering above fjords below; majestic mountains; the tranquil countryside -- these are the sights of inspiration for Norway's greatest and most famed Composer Edward Grieg. Fly over the awe-inspiring Norwegian natural landscape; to the bustling fish-market town of Bergen; through the concert halls and monuments that echo with the history of Grieg's native music; to an intimate view of Grieg's private home. Grieg's charming and evocative classical and folk melodies carry the viewer through this mysterious and wondrous land.
A St Olaf Christmas in Norway. Format: NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only.) DVD Release Date: February 15, 2006. Run Time: 120 minutes.
A-Ha - Live at Vallhall - Homecoming (2001) Starring: Magne Furuholmen, Morten Harket, Pal Waaktaar, Anneli Marian Drecker. Format: Color, Dolby, Full Screen, Live, Import, NTSC. Region: Region 2. DVD Release Date: October 29, 2002. Run Time: 175 minutes.
This DVD is a recording of the first of two sell-out shows at Oslo Norway's new football arena in March of 2001. The 175 minute DVD features 21 tracks, including unreleased footage, interviews, 4 videos from Minor Earth Major Sky.

Films by Norwegian directors or writers
A Doll's House (1973) Starring: Claire Bloom, Anthony Hopkins. Format: Anamorphic, Color, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC. Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only). DVD Release Date: March 4, 2003. Run Time: 95 minutes.
This superb version of Henrik Ibsen's classic play A Doll's House stars Claire Bloom as Nora, a sweet and lively but frivolous woman whose puritanical husband Torvald (Anthony Hopkins) loves her but doesn't take her seriously. As Torvald assumes a new position as a bank manager, an old debt of Nora's intrudes upon their happy life and reveals secret sides of both husband and wife. The play has been skillfully turned into film, tightening the action and providing the opportunity for intimate performances from an outstanding cast.

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