2024, Norway, 117 minutes, drama, historical
Director: Halfdan Ullmann Tøndel
Writer: Halfdan Ullmann Tøndel
Cinematographer: Pål Ulvik Rokseth
Producer: Andrea Berentsen Ottmar
Cast: Renate Reinsve, Ellen Dorrit Petersen, Endre Hellestveit
“Armand” is a psychological drama about a tense incident between two six-year-old pupils that escalates into conflict between their mothers. The film explores obsession, desire, and emotional strain, focusing on human complexity and perceptions of guilt.
Halfdan Ullmann Tøndel
Born in 1990 in Oslo, grandson of Liv Ullmann and Ingmar Bergman. Studied directing at Westerdals Oslo School of Arts. Gained recognition with shorts “Bird Hearts” and “Fanny”. His feature debut “Armand” (2024) won the Caméra d’Or at Cannes.
Filmography:
2024 – Armand
2017 – Fanny
2015 – Bird Hearts
Festivals and Awards:
2024 – Cannes Film Festival – Caméra d’Or
2024 – Directors Guild of America – Debut Nomination
2024 – European Film Awards – FIPRESCI and Multiple Nominations
2024 – Hamptons International Film Festival – Golden Starfish Award
2024 – Athens International Film Festival – Golden Athena Nomination