Happy, Happy
| Happy, Happy | |
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 Norwegian poster | |
| Directed by | Anne Sewitsky |
| Produced by | Synnøve Hørsdal |
| Written by |
Mette M. Bølstad Ragnhild Tronvoll |
| Starring | Agnes Kittelsen |
| Cinematography | Anna Myking |
Release dates |
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Running time | 85 minutes |
| Country | Norway |
| Language | Norwegian |
Happy, Happy (Norwegian: Sykt lykkelig) is a 2010 Norwegian comedy film directed by Anne Sewitsky. The film was selected as the Norwegian entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 84th Academy Awards,[1][2] but it did not make the final shortlist.[3]
Plot
The film tells the tale of two supposedly contented couples, where in truth, there are dark secrets of homosexuality and previous affairs. Kaja (the 'Happy Happy') has gone on her housewife affairs unbeknownst her loveless husband is gay. On the other hand, the couple that comes to visit in the guest house is apparently so happy happy as well, but the reality is there is no joint interest.
Matters take a turn for the worse or better when Sigve buys a 'Couples Board Game' and truths as to Eirik's lack of knowledge for his wife's intimacy coupled with a tension between Elisabeth and her husband are revealed. Kaja begins a passionate affair with Sigve, and Eirik likewise comes on to Sigve; however the passion in this case is not returned.
Cast
- Agnes Kittelsen as Kaja
- Henrik Rafaelsen as Sigve
- Joachim Rafaelsen as Eirik
- Maibritt Saerens as Elisabeth
- Oskar Hernæs Brandsø as Theodor
- Ram Shihab Ebedy as Noa
- Heine Totland as Dirigenten
See also
- List of submissions to the 84th Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film
- List of Norwegian submissions for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film
References
- ↑ "Sundance Winner ‘Happy, Happy’ to Represent Norway in Oscar Race". Hollywood Reporter. 2011-09-01.
- ↑ "63 Countries Vie for 2011 Foreign Language Film Oscar". oscars.org. Retrieved 2011-10-14.
- ↑ "9 Foreign Language Films Vie for Oscar". Retrieved 2012-01-19.
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| Awards | ||
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| Preceded by Animal Kingdom |
Sundance Grand Jury Prize: World Cinema Dramatic 2011 |
Succeeded by Violeta Went to Heaven |