Film Director Interviews

Frøydis Fossli Moe: Journey of a Norwegian Filmmaker

Norwegian filmmaker Frøydis Fossli Moe sits down with Icelandic writer Jes Gíslason for Nordic Watchlist to talk about her creative journey, the projects that have defined her, and the experiences that continue to influence her work. Their conversation explores the path that led her into filmmaking, the inspirations behind her storytelling, and the ambitions shaping…

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Milad Alami’s new feature Opponent wrestles with serious subject matter

Milad Alami’s latest feature, Opponent, finds its backdrop in the stark, foreboding landscapes of Northern Sweden, weaving a narrative that grapples with weighty themes even as it keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The film, which has been generating buzz since our conversation with the director back in June 2023, is set… Continue reading Milad Alami’s new feature Opponent wrestles with serious subject matter

In conversation with the director and the producer of ‘Knight of Fortune’ – the only Academy-nominated film from the Nordic region this season

While there has been much talk about the Academy Awards and how particular people had been criminally overlooked, over here at Nordic Watchlist we held our heads in our hands at some of the phenomenal films and performances that had come from the Nordic region which too had been overlooked. However, there was one shining… Continue reading In conversation with the director and the producer of ‘Knight of Fortune’ – the only Academy-nominated film from the Nordic region this season

Danish director William Sehested Høeg premieres ‘suspense comedy’ The Complaint

Danish director William Sehested Høeg is an exciting new talent who premieres his new short film ‘The Complaint’ this week. The film features a fantastic cast including the likes of Simon Sears (Shorta), Natalie Madueño (Those Who Kill), Dulfi Al-Jabouri (The Investigation), and Mikael Birkkjær (Borgen) – not to mention his sister Emma Sehested Høeg… Continue reading Danish director William Sehested Høeg premieres ‘suspense comedy’ The Complaint