# Amundsen (2019)

> A sweeping Norwegian biographical drama examines Roald Amundsen's polar triumphs alongside the ruthless ambition and damaged relationships beneath his heroic image.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/380717

## Facts

- Runtime: 125 min
- Genres: Drama, History, Adventure
- Director: Espen Sandberg
- Cast: Pål Sverre Hagen, Katherine Waterston, Christian Rubeck, Trond Espen Seim, Mads Sjøgård Pettersen, Ole Christoffer Ertvaag, Ida Ursin-Holm, Fridtjov Såheim
- TMDB rating: 6.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6054846/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: sweeping, melancholic, serious, historical film night, adventure movie night

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