Fjord Wins Palme d'Or

Cristian Mungiu, known for his nuanced storytelling, has directed Fjord, a drama that explores the tensions between a conservative Romanian-Norwegian couple and their new community in a remote Norwegian town. The film stars Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve as the couple, who face scrutiny and accusations that threaten to tear their family apart. With a runtime of 146 minutes, Fjord is a Romanian, French, Norwegian, and Swedish co-production, certified 15, and features a mix of English, Romanian, Norwegian, and Swedish languages.

The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with scores of 7.6/10 on IMDb, 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, 78/100 on Metacritic, 7.2/10 on TMDB, and 76% on Trakt. It has also won several awards, including the Palme d'Or, the François Chalais Prize, and the FIPRESCI Prize. Critics have praised the film's performances, screenplay, and thought-provoking themes, which raise questions about cultural differences, prejudice, and the limits of government intervention in family life.

Fjord will be screened at the Depot in Lewes from Friday, 13 November 2026, to Sunday, 15 November 2026. Tickets are on sale: tickets are with the button beside the article. The film's exploration of complex moral dilemmas and its refusal to provide easy answers make it a gripping and intelligent movie that will leave viewers discussing it long after the credits roll.