Munch

This historical drama explores the life of Norwegian painter Edvard Munch, focusing on the personal struggles and trauma that shaped his art. The story follows four distinct periods of his existence, beginning with his first love and his early experiences with the art world in Berlin. The narrative progresses through his psychiatric hospitalization and his battle with addiction and grief following the death of his sister. In the final segment, the film depicts his efforts to protect his paintings from Nazi seizure during the second World War.

Directed by Henrik Martin Dahlsbakken, the film is one of six features in the director's career, appearing after Possession and The Arctic Convoy but before A Mouse Hunt for Christmas. The role of Edvard Munch is portrayed by four different actors to represent his life at ages 21, 30, 45, and 80: Alfred Ekker Strande, Mattis Herman Nyquist, Ola G. Furuseth, and Anne Krigsvoll. The supporting cast includes Ida Elise Broch and Jesper Christensen. Produced by Viaplay and The Film Company, the movie has received a moderate reception from viewers, holding a 5.7 rating on IMDb based on 1,200 votes and a 6.6 rating on TMDB from 24 votes.