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Fjord wins Palme d'Or
Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve's family faces Norwegian child services in Cristian Mungiu's provocative Fjord.
In brief
Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve's family faces Norwegian child services in Cristian Mungiu's provocative Fjord. Cristian Mungiu's Palme d'Or winner Fjord explores religious tensions in Norwegian parenting through a family's trial with child services. Originally reported by AV Club.
Fjord wins Palme d'Or
Cristian Mungiu's Fjord, a domestic drama about religious tensions in Norway, won the Palme d'Or at this year's festival.
“Cristian Mungiu tackles another hot-button issue, taking on the nanny state and its effect on non-conforming families”
Family moves to Norwegian town
Mihai and Lisbet, a Romanian couple, move back to their Norwegian hometown with four children and a baby.
Children's school comment sparks investigation
After children make a comment about corporal punishment at school, Norwegian authorities investigate the family.
Christian community rallies for family
The family's Christian community shares their story with other Romanians and stokes outrage over religious persecution risks.
Mungiu's film style
Mungiu uses natural elements as metaphors for divine interventions, like avalanches and walking on water.
Family faces trial
The family faces a trial with Norwegian child services, where teachers and authorities are shown as the enemy.
What happens next
The film leaves audiences questioning whether religious differences can coexist without conflict.
The essence
Cristian Mungiu's Palme d'Or winner Fjord explores religious tensions in Norwegian parenting through a family's trial with child services.
