Gunnar Vikene

Internationally acclaimed Norwegian director, Gunnar Vikene, was born in 1966 in Bergen, Norway, and began his active years of filmmaking in the late 1990s. Known for his contributions to the drama and documentary genres, his most renowned films include "Falling Sky" (2002) and "Here is Harold" (2014), with the latter earning him a nomination at the Norwegian International Film Festival. Vikene's authorial style is marked by his unique ability to infuse dark humor into deeply emotional narratives, creating an unforgettable cinematic experience. As an individual, Gunnar Vikene is the embodiment of Scandinavian cinema, a director who uses his craft to expose the raw beauty and complexity of life, often with an unexpected twist of humor.