Frie Fanger
Originally released in 2019. Frie Fanger is a documentary film. directed by Kristin Heien. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
They are convicted of murder, violence and kidnapping. At Bastøy they grow vegetables and chop trees. Is it the way out of crime? Benjamin is 28 and has been in and out of jail since he was 16. Life behind the walls is home to him. Trond has been a notorious torpedo (money collector), but wants to create a different life. Now they are looking for Bastøy, an open prison on an island in the middle of the Oslo Fjord. There are no high fences, walls or barbed wire here. Here the inmates are surrounded by water and wild animals. They grow their own food and practice living a normal life before they return to society. Will Trond and Benjamin have a chance to move on? Norway is known for having the world's most humane criminal care, but in the past year nearly 300 open prison spots have been closed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 26, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
NO
Original language
Country
Norway
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frie Fanger about?
They are convicted of murder, violence and kidnapping. At Bastøy they grow vegetables and chop trees. Is it the way out of crime? Benjamin is 28 and has been in and out of jail since he was 16. Li...
Who directed Frie Fanger?
Frie Fanger was directed by Kristin Heien.
How long is Frie Fanger?
Frie Fanger has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was Frie Fanger released?
Frie Fanger was released on September 26, 2019 in theaters.