Solomamma
A mother’s curiosity collides with journalistic ethics, while the nuclear family ideal meets solo parenting in this intimate relationship drama. A must-see for fans of Joachim Trier and Dag Johan Haugerud!
A friend lets a name slip: Niels Krohn. Until that moment, Edith had thought of the man merely as an anonymous sperm donor. Now, her child’s father possesses an identity. The second feature from Norwegian director Janicke Askevold blends psychological thriller and romantic comedy into a distinctive family drama. At the same time, it raises broader questions about the nuclear ideal, solo parenthood, and how we define family.
Journalistic ethics are also put on the scales. Edith lives with her young son and her mother, who suffers from dementia, bringing home the bacon as a reporter. She uses her professional credentials to her advantage, approaching Niels (Herbert Nordrum from The Worst Person in the World) with an interview proposal. Edith easily justifies the ruse to herself—naturally, she wants to learn about her child’s genetic heritage. But what happens when she develops a genuine interest in the man himself?
Set in modern-day Norway, the story bears a kinship to the works of Dag Johan Haugerud and Joachim Trier. Askevold deftly navigates the intersections of genres and emotions, as well as the depths of the characters’ minds. The narrative remains crystal clear even as Edith dives into murky waters and complex dilemmas: with whom do we belong?
Kaisu Tervonen (translated by Kati Ilomäki)
Screenings
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Kinopalatsi 1Mon 21.9. at 14.40–16.1999 min, 1/4
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Cinema OrionThu 24.9. at 18.30–20.0999 min, 2/4
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Gilda 1Fri 25.9. at 17.45–19.2499 min, 3/4
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Kino Engel 1Sat 26.9. at 14.30–16.0999 min, 4/4
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