Linn-Jeanethe Kyed (the Oscar nominated short film
Tuba Atlantic). In this story, Norway has chosen to sever all ties with the rest of the world. Surrounded by an enormous wall, the nation has become entirely self-sufficient. The fortunate inhabitants enjoy a life of well-being and safety. However, when there’s an outbreak of a fatal disease, they soon find themselves trapped behind the very wall that was built to protect them.
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Budgeted at 95 million Norwegian crowns (approx. €9.5 million),
The Fortress is being produced by
Synnøve Hørsdal and
Ales Ree for Oslo-based outfit Maipo Film. It also received a 5 million Norwegian crowns (approx. €500,000) grant from the Norwegian Film Institute. The cast is yet to be disclosed.
Mikkel Brænne Sandemose and Cecilie Mosli prepping thriller series The Fortress
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