An accomplished headhunter risks everything to obtain a valuable painting owned by a former mercenary.
Director:
Morten Tyldum
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| Aksel Hennie | ... | Roger | |
| Synnøve Macody Lund | ... | Diana | |
| Nikolaj Coster-Waldau | ... | Clas Greve | |
| Eivind Sander | ... | Ove Kjikerud | |
| Julie R. Ølgaard | ... | Lotte (as Julie Ølgaard) | |
| Kyrre Haugen Sydness | ... | Lander | |
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Joachim Rafaelsen | ... | Brugd |
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Mats Mogeland | ... | Sunded |
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Gunnar Skramstad Johnsen | ... | Monsen 1 |
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Lars Skramstad Johnsen | ... | Monsen 2 |
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Signe Tynning | ... | TV-vertinne |
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Nils Gunnar Lie | ... | TV-vert |
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Roger Brown an Executive Headhunter and a part-time high end painting thief finds himself embroiled in a cat and mouse game when he tries to destroy Clas Greve's career prospects. However, Clas is a former member of a special tactical military force and will stop at nothing to ensure Roger is out of the picture and the job is his. Written by Paddy McManus
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male star appears nude | killing a dog | painting | norway | art thief |Taglines:
From the bestselling author of 'The Snowman' See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for bloody violence including some grisly images, strong sexual content and nudity | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
26 August 2011 (Norway) See more »Also Known As:
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Box Office
Budget:
NOK 30,300,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$1,690,000 (Norway), 26 August 2011, Limited ReleaseOpening Weekend USA:
$43,013, 29 April 2012, Limited ReleaseGross USA:
$1,196,752, 12 August 2012Company Credits
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Roger: Rule #1: Make sure you know everything about those you visit. 2: Never spend more than 10 minutes. Every extra minute increases the chance of someone returning home unexpectedly. 3: Do not leave DNA traces. 4: Don't waste time getting an expensive reproduction. Even a simple forgery will go unnoticed for weeks. 5: Sooner or later, one of two things will happen. You find a work of art so valuable that you never need to worry again, or... you'll get caught.
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Upon its release, the film has been sold to over 50 countries - a record for any Norwegian film. See more »Goofs
When Roger Brown returns to Oslo after the car crash he is seen calling from a pay phone in Grønland Bussterminal, in the next shot he is seen walking over a bridge towards the bus station. See more »Quotes
[First lines]Roger: Rule #1: Make sure you know everything about those you visit. 2: Never spend more than 10 minutes. Every extra minute increases the chance of someone returning home unexpectedly. 3: Do not leave DNA traces. 4: Don't waste time getting an expensive reproduction. Even a simple forgery will go unnoticed for weeks. 5: Sooner or later, one of two things will happen. You find a work of art so valuable that you never need to worry again, or... you'll get caught.
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Dark Scandinavian crime movies being all the rage lately, this intelligent, action-packed thriller didn't disappoint. I went into the film without reading the book or indeed knowing a single thing about the film. I enjoyed it.
I was drawn into this northern world with its interesting people and beautiful natural scenery. What also made this movie stand out was the fast-paced plot with many unusual and unexpected twists. It is the kind of film that has you glued to your seat to see what could possibly happen next to the main character. Roger Brown, the headhunter, becomes headhunted. (But what's the story with the English name??)
No movie is perfect. There were a few plot problems and I have to admit I looked at my watch half way through, despite the fast pace.
Perhaps the film could be faulted for showing only two types of Norwegians: rich sophisticates and yokels (all blond of course). Aren't there any ordinary middle-class people in Norway?
Also, some of the scenes may be too difficult for the squeamish to watch. Not exessive, but just a little over the top.
I'd give this film a higher score, but I am not a fan of the genre. Still, I did enjoy it for what it was and would recommend it to anyone. It's a good movie.