Bølgen (2015)

Although anticipated, no one is really ready when the mountain pass above the scenic, narrow Norwegian fjord Geiranger collapses and creates an 85-meter high violent tsunami. A geologist is one of those caught in the middle of it.

Director:

Roar Uthaug

Writers:

John Kåre Raake, Harald Rosenløw-Eeg

Stars:

Kristoffer Joner, Ane Dahl Torp, Jonas Hoff Oftebro

7 wins & 9 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Kristoffer Joner	...	Kristian Eikjord
Ane Dahl Torp	...	Idun Karlsen
Jonas Hoff Oftebro	...	Sondre
Edith Haagenrud-Sande	...	Julia
Fridtjov Såheim	...	Arvid Øvrebø
Laila Goody	...	Margot Valldal
Arthur Berning	...	Jacob Vikra
Herman Bernhoft	...	Georg
Eili Harboe	...	Vibeke
Silje Breivik	...	Anna
Håkon Moe	...	Thomas
Tyra Holmen	...	Teresa
Thomas Bo Larsen	...	Phillip
Mette Agnete Horn	...	Maria (as Mette Horn)
Lado Hadzic	...	Bussjåfør

Storyline

Based on the fact that mountain pass Åkneset, located in the Geiranger fjord in Norway, one day will fall out and create a violent tsunami of over 80 meters that will crush everything in its path before it hits land in Greenland. A geologist gets caught in the middle of it and a race against time begins.

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Plot Keywords:

disaster film | norway | flood | landslide | rockslide | 

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Taglines:

It has happened before. It will happen again.

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Genres:

Action | Drama | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for some language and disaster images

Details

Official Sites:

Official site [Japan]

Country:

Norway

Language:

Norwegian English

Release Date:

28 August 2015 (Norway)

Also Known As:

The Wave

Filming Locations:

Geiranger, Stranda, Møre og Romsdal, Norway

Box Office

Budget:

NOK 50,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$60,321, 6 March 2016, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$176,637, 1 May 2016

Company Credits

Production Co:

Fantefilm, Film Fund FUZZ, Film i Väst

Technical Specs

Runtime:

105 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Atmos

Color:

Color (ACES)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Such a disaster has in fact happened in Tafjorden, another side arm of Storfjorden, north of Geirangerfjord. On April 7, 1934 a huge chunk of mountain broke off, fell 700m into the fjord and created a 62m high tsunami which swept away two villages, killing dozens.

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Goofs

When Idun is about to give Kristian mouth-to-mouth, a close-up shot shows Kristian opening his mouth slightly, just a moment before she breathes into his mouth. His chin moves right after Idun adjusts his head and removes her hand from his face.

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Quotes

Idun Karlsen: Ten... Ten minutes.

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Connections

Features Fritt vilt (2006)

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Soundtracks

Rescue Action
Arranged by Johannes Ringen
Composed by Magnus Beite & Johannes Ringen
(P) 2015 Fantefilm AS
© 2015 Grappa Musikkforlag AS

User Reviews

What a rush! The Wave gives the audience everything they hope for when encountering a natural disaster! Thrill, suspense, fear, terror!

What a rush! The Wave gives the audience everything they hope for when encountering a natural disaster! Thrill, suspense, fear, terror! Norwegian director Roar Uthaug did an excellent job setting the tone of the film, somewhat of a 'calm before the storm' feel which is exactly what this type of film needs! The film follows a Norwegian geologist, played by Kristoffer Joner, and his family as they fight for survival as their hometown encounters a massive landslide that causes a 250-foot tidal wave. Roar Uthuag did an incredible job creating emotions in the characters, the fear, the pain. The audience goes on a journey with the characters and feel as if they are in a dire situation also. The cinematography and the sound make you feel as if you are actually there, with the world crumbling around you. This film was incredibly done with the writing, directing and special effects. If you love films that take you along for the ride, this is the film to see!