We are excited to announce that the short film Dolls and Drinks has been selected for the prestigious Bergen International Film Festival (BIFF) and will have its world premiere during the festival. This thrilling and surreal tale, directed by Benedicte Kolberg and produced by Fjord Productions in co-production with Kakofoni, promises to captivate audiences with its unique blend of suspense, art, and dark humor.
The film is produced with the support of Vestnorsk Filmsenter (Western Norway Film Fund)
Plot Summary
Set against the backdrop of an art gallery opening, Dolls and Drinks follows a young hustler named Ine, played by Katrine Lovise Øpstad Fredriksen, who attempts to steal a bottle of sparkling wine. However, her simple plan takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Dan, an eccentric and experimental doll maker portrayed by Halfdan Hallseth. Dan is determined to push Ine beyond her limits in the name of art, leading to an intense and boundary-pushing showdown. The film explores themes of power, manipulation, and the fine line between art and exploitation.
Cast & Crew
The film brings together an incredible team of talented individuals. Dolls and Drinks features a strong behind-the-scenes crew that has contributed to its visually striking and emotionally charged narrative.
Director: Benedicte Vermehren Kolberg
Producer: Halfdan Hallseth
Cinematography: Thomas Dalen
Co-producer: Kristoffer Holen
Line Producer: Viljar Bøe
Production Manager: Marie Waade Grønning
First AD: Preben Standal
First AC: Ragnar Bøe
AC: Fredrik Steinbakk
Dancer & Gallerist: Lilian Maria Bjertnes
Gaffer: Geir M.V. Andersen
Production Assistant: Helle Birkeland Larsen
Editors: Henrik Hylland Uhlving, Ida Strandtun
Storyboard Artist: Ingvild Hauglid
Art Directors: Karethe Marie Anniken Engeseth
Dollmaker: Jan Neal Holden
Special Thanks
We extend our gratitude to our collaborators and supporters who made this project possible:
Vestnorsk Filmsenter - Lasse Gallefoss
Varde Film - Anders Fløysand
UpNorth Art Society - Benjamin Dowling
Bergen Kino - Kjetil Rye
Artist Aleksander Sahr
Artis Gabriel Kvendseth
Meidafabrikken - Guro Ekerholmen
Bergen Kulturetat - Anders Vengen Jensen
Bergens Øvingshotell
Divert M. Lahn-Johannessen
Noroff Campus Bergen
Peppes Pizza Ole Bulls Plass
Flamme Burger Strandgaten
Kiwi Nøstet
Bymiljøetaten Bergen Kommune
Bergen Parkering
We can’t wait to share this captivating journey with audiences and celebrate the film's premiere at one of Norway’s leading film festivals.
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