Review of Oslo, August 31st (2011) by Andrew K — 24 Aug 2016

Atmospheric film describing the descent of a recovered addict who has achieved so much and has his life ahead of him.

This review of Oslo, August 31st (2011) was written by Andrew K on 24 Aug 2016.

Oslo, August 31st has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Nodar S (14) on 03 May 2013

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By Fatma M (18) on 27 Feb 2013

Beautiful, powerful and sensitive, the cinematography is great. I loved the actor who played Thomas, of course in addition to Andres…

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By Amro A (74) on 07 Mar 2013

One of the best Norwegian movie's i've seen. Storyline was great, but I still didn't feel good watching it…

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Anders não está tendo um bom par de dias…

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By Gary W (316) on 18 Feb 2013

Ótimo filme! Há tempos não via um filme tão bom. Para os apaixonados por ação, passem longe desse filme…

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