Icelandic Film Centre
Íslenska

By Herself

Inspired by a poem by Lars Norén, By Herself is an oneiric film about a woman who lives alone and who comes home late one evening. Beautifully filmed, By Herself is a film that dwells on the mysteries of time, loneliness, and desire.

Crew

About the film

  • Type
    Short Film
  • National Premiere Date
    June 11, 1988, Regnboginn
  • Genre
    Drama
  • Length
    11 min. 15 sec.
  • Language
    Icelandic
  • Original Title
    Kona ein
  • International Title
    By Herself
  • Production Year
    1987
  • Production Countries
    Iceland
  • Icelandic Film Centre Grant
    No
  • Production Format
    35mm
  • Aspect Ratio
    1.66:1
  • Color
    Yes

Cast

Festivals

  • 1988
    Reykjavik Arts Festival - Award: Won first prize.