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200248 minPGdocumentary

Discourse on Films

200248 minPGdocumentary

A 48-minute documentary features Thorgeir Thorgeirson discussing the evolution of Iceland's film industry from early amateurs to contemporary feature films.

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Ari Halldórsson,

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A 48-minute documentary features Thorgeir Thorgeirson discussing the evolution of Iceland's film industry from early amateurs to contemporary feature films.

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Ari Halldórssondirector

Hákon Oddssondirector

Ari Halldórssonwriter

Hákon Oddssonwriter

Ari Halldórssoncast

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Thorgeir Thorgeirson, a recipient of the honorary Edda from the Icelandic Film Academy, reflects on the evolution of Icelandic cinema in Discourse on Films. The documentary spans the history of the local film industry, from its early semi-professional pioneers to contemporary feature film production. Thorgeirson offers insights into trends and tendencies within the industry, while also presenting a critical and ironic perspective on Icelandic society as a whole. The film runs for 48 minutes and was released in 2002.

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