Elling (2001)
Elling is a 2001 Norwegian-language comedy movie directed by Petter Næss, with a running time of 1h 29m. It stars Per Christian Ellefsen, Sven Nordin and Marit Pia Jacobsen.
40-year-old Elling, sensitive, would-be poet, is sent to live in a state institution when his mother, who has sheltered him his entire life, dies. There he meets Kjell Bjarne, a gentle giant and female-obsessed virgin, also in his 40s.
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What is Elling about?
40-year-old Elling, sensitive, would-be poet, is sent to live in a state institution when his mother, who has sheltered him his entire life, dies. There he meets Kjell Bjarne, a gentle giant and female-obsessed virgin, also in his 40s.
When was Elling released?
Elling was released on 16 March 2001.
How long is Elling?
Elling runs 1h 29m.
Who made Elling?
Elling was directed by Petter Næss.
Where can I watch Elling?
Elling is available on Viaplay Amazon Channel.
Where to watch Elling
Stream: Viaplay Amazon Channel
Cast
- Per Christian Ellefsen as Elling
- Sven Nordin as Kjell Bjarne
- Marit Pia Jacobsen as Reidun Nordsletten
- Jørgen Langhelle as Frank Åsli
- Per Christensen as Alfons Jørgensen
- Hilde Olausson as Gunn
- Ola Otnes as Hauger
- Eli Anne Linnestad as Johanne
- Cecilie A. Mosli as Cecilie Kornes
- Joachim Rafaelsen as Haakon Willum
- Per Gørvell as Eriksen
- Knud Dahl as Servitør på bar