Icelandic Film Centre
Íslenska

The Day Iceland Stood Still

On October 24, 1975, 90% of Icelandic women went on strike and showed their importance in the Icelandic economy. The day marked the beginning of Icelanders’ journey towards their position on the equality scale. This is the best story you’ve never heard, about the power of women to transform their position in society.

Crew

About the film

  • Type
    Documentary
  • International Premiere Date
    April 29, 2024, Hot Docs
  • Length
    70 min.
  • Language
    Icelandic, English
  • Original Title
    Dagurinn sem Ísland stöðvaðist
  • International Title
    The Day Iceland Stood Still
  • Production Year
    2024
  • Production Countries
    Iceland, United States
  • Icelandic Film Centre Grant
    Yes
  • Production Format
    4K Digital
  • Aspect Ratio
    1.85:1
  • Color
    Yes
  • Screening format and subtitles
    DCP - MFX

Company Credits

Festivals

  • 2024
    Hot Docs
  • 2023
    RIFF