The Cannes Film Festival in 2025 is highlighting a diverse array of Nordic cinematic talent and projects. Several co-productions with Film i Väst are being showcased, emphasizing the region's thriving film industry.
Spotlight on New Films
Among the anticipated films is Jens Sjögren's adaptation of Andrev Walden's novel "Jävla karlar," starring Filip Berg and Aliette Opheim. Rojda Sekersöz is directing "Innan vi lyfter," based on Nicolas Lunabba's autobiographical book, with filming set to begin in the summer in Malmö and Västra Götaland.
Drama and Thrillers
Jens Lapidus is creating a new legal drama titled "Försvararna," featuring Kit Walker Johansson, which will air on SVT. Sidse Babett Knudsen and Sofie Gråbøl are starring in the Danish drama "De gode mødre," directed by Amalie Næsby Fick. Renate Reinsve is joining Sebastian Stan in Cristian Mungiu's English-language debut, "Fjord," a tense family drama set in Norway.
Animated Ventures and Other Projects
Stellan Skarsgård is lending his voice to the animated children's film "Dante". Erik Poppe is directing "Bad Moon Rising," based on a screenplay by Jon Fosse, with filming planned for Norway and Sweden. These films represent a strong Nordic presence at Cannes 2025, promising a rich and varied cinematic experience.