Elling
- Comedy
- Drama
40-year-old Elling, sensitive, would-be poet, is sent to live in a state institution when his mother, who has sheltered him his entire life, dies. There he meets Kjell Bjarne, a gentle giant and female-obsessed virgin, also in his 40s.
Elling is a 2001 Norwegian comedy-drama following two socially awkward men in their 40s who form an unlikely friendship after being placed in a state institution. The film explores their attempts to navigate the outside world and find meaning in life after years of sheltered or isolated existence.
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Streaming availability in United States
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Theatrical release in United States
Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Not available to rent or buy in United States yet. Available to rent or buy in: Denmark · Finland · Norway · Sweden
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Per Christian EllefsenElling
Sven NordinKjell Bjarne- Marit Pia JacobsenReidun Nordsletten
Jørgen LanghelleFrank Åsli
Per ChristensenAlfons Jørgensen
Hilde OlaussonGunn
Ola OtnesHauger
Eli Anne LinnestadJohanne
Cecilie A. MosliCecilie Kornes
Joachim RafaelsenHaakon Willum
Per GørvellEriksen- Knud DahlServitør på bar
Knut HaugmarkStasjonsbetjent
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When was Elling released?
Elling was released on March 16, 2001.
What is Elling about?
The film follows Elling, a sensitive would-be poet, and Kjell Bjarne, a gentle giant, who meet in a state institution and form a friendship as they learn to live independently after their mothers' deaths.
Where can I watch Elling?
Elling is available on various streaming platforms and for rental or purchase through digital retailers; availability varies by region.
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