The Boy from Lapland
"A year in a Saami boys life"
Originally released in 1976. The Boy from Lapland is a family/adventure film. directed by Arvid Skauge. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sverre Porsanger, Rasmus Somby, and Nils Utsi
Synopsis
A year in the life of the Sami boy Ante. He is the son of a reindeer herder, and he dreams of taking over from his father. He loves life on the Arctic tundra, but when fall comes he has to start boarding school, while the family follows the reindeer on winter pastures. He struggles to adapt at school, but gradually he gets to know Per, who becomes his best friend. Together they plan the future. When the family has to make a difficult choice, Ante feels betrayed and disappointed. But Ante does not give up on his dream of a life on the tundra.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
SE
Original language
Country
Norway
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SE
Production Companies
- Centralfilm AS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boy from Lapland about?
A year in the life of the Sami boy Ante. He is the son of a reindeer herder, and he dreams of taking over from his father. He loves life on the Arctic tundra, but when fall comes he has to start bo...
Who directed The Boy from Lapland?
The Boy from Lapland was directed by Arvid Skauge.
How long is The Boy from Lapland?
The Boy from Lapland has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Boy from Lapland released?
The Boy from Lapland was released on December 26, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Boy from Lapland?
The main cast of The Boy from Lapland includes Sverre Porsanger, Rasmus Somby, Nils Utsi, Harald Karlsen, Odd Astrup.