Cast
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Atli Rafn Sigurðsson
as Hringur
Nanna Kristín Magnúsdóttir
as Elsa
Gudmundur Thorvaldsson
as Tolli
Gríma Kristjánsdóttir
as María
Stefán Hallur Stefánsson
as Hjalti
Margrét Friðriksdóttir
as Edda
Hjörtur Jóhann Jónsson
as Seli
Björn Thors
as Ari
Laufey Elíasdóttir
as Obba
Friðrik Friðriksson
as Húseigandi
Vala Kristín Eiríksdóttir
as Svava
Hafsteinn Vilhelmsson
as Palli
Níels Thibaud Girerd
as Diðrik
Alexander Dantes Erlendsson
as Dáni
Lilja Nótt Þórarinsdóttir
as Krista
Crew
Director
- Ásgrímur Sverrisson
Writer
- Ásgrímur Sverrisson
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Reykjavík examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Ásgrímur Sverrisson brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2016, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Reykjavík took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 140 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 10 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 1469 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 79 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 11, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 32m