Íslenska

Fortress, The

A story of love and betrayal. One summer night, two friends, Ketill and Eyjólfur, are heading to an isolated farm in a taxi, in search for Herdís, former fiancé of Ketill. He has been abroad all winter and wants to know why she left him the day before his departure, last autumn. Reluctant to face her for fear of what he may find out, he is urged on by Eyjólfur. The course of events takes an unexpected direction.

About the film

  • Type
    Short Film
  • National Premiere Date
    October 28, 1990
  • Genre
    Drama
  • Length
    26 min.
  • Language
    Icelandic
  • Original Title
    Virkið
  • International Title
    Fortress, The
  • Production Year
    1990
  • Production Countries
    Iceland
  • Premiere TV Channel
    RÚV
  • Icelandic Film Centre Grant
    Yes
  • Production Format
    SP betacam
  • Color
    Yes

Company Credits

Festivals

  • 1990
    Nordic Short Film Festival Grimstad

Television distribution

  • Iceland
    RÚV, 1990