Oslofilm: Oslo. Et filmkvad (1962)
The winning entry in a state-sponsored competition to create the best promotional film for Oslo. // Oslofilm was a series of public information films about life in and around Oslo, produced between 1940 and 1980. Funded by the state, the films offer valuable insight into postwar Norwegian society. A wide range of Norwegian filmmakers contributed to the productions, resulting in a rich variety of styles and expressions. Several of the films also possess notable cinematic qualities, standing out as more than just informational material. The Oslofilms represent a unique and important chapter in Norwegian film history.
Director: Ivo Caprino
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Henki Kolstad as Narrator (voice) |
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Harald Heide Steen as Narrator (voice) |
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Sverre Hansen as Tourist |
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Per Theodor Haugen as Narrator (voice) |
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Toralv Maurstad as Narrator (voice) |
| Directing | Ivo Caprino | Director |
| Art | Ingeborg Gude | Art Department Manager |
| Camera | Finn Bergan | Camera Operator |
| Camera | János Csak | Camera Operator |
| Writing | Alf Hartmann | Writer |
| Sound | Carsten Klouman | Music Arranger |
| Crew | Bjarne Sandemose | Technical Supervisor |
| Sound | Roger Arnhoff | Sound |
| Editing | Kjell Jensen | Editor |
| Directing | Truls Olsen | Assistant Director |