Sebastian Stan's Palme d'Or-winning film 'Fjord' sets October release date
Los Angeles, June 25
Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve starrer searing family drama 'Fjord', which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, is set to hit theatres in the fall.
Neon, which acquired the film a year ago, has scheduled the release of 'Fjord' for October 9 - the same date when the studio's previous Palme winners, including 'Parasite', 'Anora', and 'Anatomy of a Fall'.
All of those films went on to bag Oscar nominations, with 'Parasite' and 'Anora' winning the Best Picture awards.
Directed by Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu, 'Fjord' featured Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve as the parents of a Romanian family with strict religious beliefs who move to a small village in Norway.
When bruises are noticed on their daughter's body at school, their five children are taken away from them, and a legal saga follows.
Following its opening at Cannes, 'Fjord' received a 10-minute standing ovation.
Notably, 'Fjord' extended a remarkable winning streak for Neon, which has scored a record seven consecutive Palme d'Ors starting with Bong Joon Ho's 'Parasite' and continuing with Julia Ducournau's 'Titane', Ruben Ostlund's 'Triangle of Sadness', Justine Triet's 'Anatomy of a Fall', Sean Baker's 'Anora' and Jafar Panahi's 'It Was Just an Accident'.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Wow, Neon has quite the winning streak! 'Fjord' sounds intense. I'm curious how the religious aspect will be portrayed—it's rare to see that in mainstream arthouse films. Hope it lives up to the hype.
I'm excited to see Sebastian Stan in something so serious. The story about a family's faith and children being taken away is very relevant globally. However, I hope it doesn't demonize all religious communities—balance is key. Kudos to Cristian Mungiu!
This sounds gripping but also heartbreaking. The legal saga aspect reminds me of cases in India where families are judged by outsiders. I just hope the film explores the parents' perspective too, not just the system's. 😕
Huge fan of 'Parasite', and Neon's track record is insane! 'Fjord' might be another Oscars contender. The October 9 release date is smart—perfect for award season hype. Can't wait to see it!
A family drama about religion and child custody? That's a recipe for emotional turmoil. I'm curious how Romanian director Mungiu handles the cultural clash in Norway. These are the stories that make you think. Let's hope it's more than just shock value.
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