A highly praised film set in Norway is coming to cinemas in Cardiff for a limited run.
“Fjord” tells the story of a Norwegian woman (Renate Reinsve) and her devout Romanian husband (Sebastian Stan) who relocate with their five children to a remote town on the west coast of Norway. As their teenagers grow closer to a neighbouring family, tensions begin to escalate when their tight-knit new community starts to question their rigid beliefs. Soon, the parents are forced to counter accusations that could tear their household apart – and battle a system that blurs the line between concern and prejudice.
Fjord was greeted by a 12-minute standing ovation at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, where it won the Palme d’Or. It was a second win for its director Cristian Mungiu. Its two leading actors have both been nominated for Academy Awards (Oscars) and the film will represent Romania at the next Oscars.
“One of the finest films of the year” – The Awards Contender
“A knockout” – Elle
“The performances are perfect” ★★★★★ – The Telegraph
“Sebastian Stan has never been better” – RogerEbert.com
“It had me on the edge of my seat until the credits rolled” – Vogue
“A masterclass of acting from Reinsve” – Awards Watch
Fjord is showing at Chapter Arts Centre in Canton from Friday 13 to Thursday 26 November and at Cineworld in Mary Ann Street from Friday 13 to Wednesday 18 November.
