Oslo, August 31st (2011) – Filming Locations
Drama · Directed by Joachim Trier · Starring Anders Danielsen Lie, Malin Crépin
A recovering drug addict is granted a day’s leave from rehab and returns to Oslo, where he reconnects with friends, faces the weight of his past, and struggles with uncertainty about his future. Over the course of one day, he drifts through encounters that reflect his longing for connection and his deep sense of alienation.
Where was Oslo, August 31st filmed?
- Oslo, Norway, Oslo – Anders walks through the neighborhood streets, encountering old friends and memories throughout the day. The bohemian district serves as the primary setting for the film's exploration of Oslo's cultural life and serves as the backdrop for Anders' encounters with his past
- Oslo, Norway, Oslo – Anders visits his family's apartment and reflects on his childhood home and broken family relationships. The residential district provides intimate interior and exterior scenes exploring Anders' fractured family dynamics
- Oslo, Norway, Oslo – Anders walks through the park, observing couples and families, reflecting on his isolation and disconnection. The iconic Oslo park symbolizes the beauty and happiness that Anders feels alienated from in his current state
- Oslo, Norway, Oslo – Anders meets with acquaintances and observes the social life of young Osloites in the park setting. The park provides a key location for Anders to witness the vibrant social dynamics he feels excluded from
- Oslo, Norway, Oslo – Anders navigates through various neighborhoods and park spaces in his aimless wandering through the city. The park and surrounding area represent the physical and emotional geography of Anders' day-long journey through Oslo