Raske Menn
Raske Menn (translation: Fast guys) is a trio of Norwegian comedians who have gained fame in Norway for their sketches and shows.[1] The trio consists of Anders Hoff, Øyvind Rafto and Calle Hellevang-Larsen.[2][3]
The group began with Øyvind and Calle being friends from childhood. Øyvind and Calle had played together in a school theater. Anders and Øyvind were fellow students and met each other during the UKEN-revues at the Norwegian School of Economics.[4]
In 2005 the trio won the Norwegian comedy award for best newcomers.[4]
Their most famous sketch is "Verdenshistorien på 5 minutter" which can be translated to "The history of the world in 5 minutes" The 5 minute long sketch is essentially a summary of the most important events and people through history including Jesus Christ, Charles Darwin, Muhammad, Neil Armstrong, Moses and the vikings. Thor Heyerdahl also makes an appearance as the explorer who always appears at important events.
Related Shows
Calle has his own comedy web series titled "Ah! Så det er SÅNN det er!", which translates to "Ah! So THAT'S how it is!". The series is not ongoing however, as there is only one episode left to air. Calle plays every character in the show, which is mainly himself and his friend/neighbor Abraham, a clueless neanderthal who plays a positive and funny character throughout Calle's misadventures. The show isn't very popular yet, but many fans of Raske Menn enjoy the show.
References
- ↑ "Calle klovn" (in Norwegian). Bergens Tidende. 18 March 2005. Retrieved 27 September 2009.
- ↑ "Vil ta igjen Ylvis" (in Norwegian). Bergensavisen. 24 July 2009. Retrieved 27 September 2009.
- ↑ Helle Nilsen. "Rask suksess" (in Norwegian). TV2 Nettavisen. Retrieved 27 September 2009.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Nye sprell fra raske menn" (in Norwegian). Bergensavisen. Retrieved 27 September 2009.