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Erik Poppe
Norwegian film director, producer and screenwriter / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the Norwegian professor of medicine, see Erik Poppe (physician).
Erik Poppe (born 24 June 1960) is a Norwegian film director, producer and screenwriter.
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![]() Erik Poppe at the Berlin Film Festival in 2017. | |
Born | (1960-06-24) 24 June 1960 (age 64) |
Nationality | Norwegian |
Occupation(s) | Film director, screenwriter, former cinematographer and press photographer |
Spouse | Kirsten Thorseth Poppe |
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Poppe is regarded as one of Scandinavia's most experienced and compelling film directors recognized for his work with actors and multi-pronged narratives. His movies are often built around ensemble casts, sharp writing, impressive camera work and an uncanny knack for rhythm and music in the editing.
He is best known for directing critically acclaimed films including Hawaii, Oslo (2004), A Thousand Times Good Night (2013), The King's Choice (2016) and Utøya: July 22.