O'Horten poster

O'Horten (2007)

6.420071h 30mNO
DramaComedy

Directed by Bent Hamer

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

NO

Release

December 26, 2007

Director

Bent Hamer

Official Trailer

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Overview

Odd Horton is dependable and contained: he's a train driver retiring after 40 years of service, living a simple life. His idea of adventure is to fly from one city in Norway to another. Starting on the night of his retirement dinner, Odd has a series of dislocating experiences: a boy insists that Od...

Cast

Baard Owe

Baard Owe

Odd Horten

Espen Skjønberg

Espen Skjønberg

Trygve Sissener

Ghita Nørby

Ghita Nørby

Fru Deinboll

Bjørn Floberg

Bjørn Floberg

Flo

Henny Moan

Henny Moan

Svea

Bjarte Hjelmeland

Bjarte Hjelmeland

Konduktør

Kai Remlov

Kai Remlov

Steiner Sissener

Trond-Viggo Torgersen

Trond-Viggo Torgersen

Opsahl

Per Jansen

Per Jansen

Formann for lokomotivførerne

Gard B. Eidsvold

Gard B. Eidsvold

Stinesen

Andreas Cappelen

Andreas Cappelen

Flyplass personale

Bjørn Jenseg

Bjørn Jenseg

Kelner

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into O'Horten (2007), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Odd Horton is dependable and contained: he's a train driver retiring after 40 years of service, living a simple life. His idea of adventure is to fly from one city in Norway to another. Starting on the night of his retirement dinner, Odd has a series of dislocating experiences: a boy insists that Odd sit by his bedside while he falls asleep; misadventure causes Odd to miss his last run; he witnesses an arrest; he assists an old man and makes a friend; he takes a trip with a blindfolded driver; he adopts a dog; he takes stock late one night at the roundhouse; he revisits his mother's disappointment in him. How should he live the rest of his life?

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of O'Horten. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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