"Herman", based on Lars Saabye Christensen's novel of the same name, tells the story of the young boy Herman who suddenly loses his hair and becomes bald at the age of eleven. It follows him through what is a very difficult period in his life, through big mood swings and irrational behaviour until he finally learns to accept himself for who he is.
Acting
Anders Danielsen Lie's devastating child performance, already a star.
Cinematography
Bleak Norwegian landscapes that mirror Herman's internal desolation.
Writing
Saabye Christensen's novel adapted with brutal honesty about childhood cruelty.
Director
Erik Gustavson
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