About The Wave

The Wave, released in 2015, is an apocalyptic disaster film directed by Roar Uthaug. The movie is a Norwegian-International co-production about a geologist who realises the fjord his town is located next to will experience an avalanche that will create a devastating tsunami. The film showcases raw survival instincts and the desperate struggle of the people to escape the impending disaster.

Making / Production

The film was developed by the Norwegian Film Institute, and Martin Sundland of Fantefilm. The Scandinavian Disaster Cinema was born out of a desire to show natural disaster possibilities in Norway due to geographic and climatic conditions. Principal photography was carried out in Geiranger and Oslo, Norway.

Actors

• Kristoffer Joner as Geologist Kristian Eikjord: A lead role where his character foresees the upcoming disaster. Joner showcases a strong performance as a humble family man thrown into an unimaginable situation.
• Ane Dahl Torp as Idun, Kristian's wife: Torp puts up a strong performance as she strives to protect her family from the catastrophic tsunami.
• Jonas Hoff Oftebro as Phillip: A young geologist who helps Kristian understand the impending disaster.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is inspired by the real-life rockslide at Åkneset which created a tsunami, killing 40 people in Norway's Tafjord in 1934.
• The Wave is the first disaster film made in Norway and Scandinavia.
• The Wave was Norway's official submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2016.

Awards

The film received numerous awards and nominations, notable amongst these are the Amanda Awards, Norway for Best Actor (Kristoffer Joner), and Best Visual Effects.

Quotes

• "It's been warning us. And we haven't been listening."
• "The mountain has been showing signs of instability for years."
• "Make sure they get to high ground."

Music, Soundtrack

• The Original score was composed by Magnus Beite.
• The soundtrack provides an intense and dramatic feel throughout the film.