Campaign
Norwegian film special screening "Oslo, Three Landscapes of Love" and scenery from Metsä Village
A collaborative campaign where you can relive scenes from the movie and Norwegian nature and food!
The special screening of three Norwegian films, "Oslo, Three Landscapes of Love" (including "DREAMS," the first Norwegian film to win the Golden Bear, the highest award at the 3th Berlin International Film Festival, as well as "LOVE" and "SEX"), is a film directed by Daag Johan Haugerud, an unknown master of Nordic cinema, that explores the unanswerable themes of "love," "romance," and "sex."
Experience the scenery of Oslo, a city of beautiful nature and culture, in the naturally rich Metsä Village, surrounded by forests and lakes, with special events where you can meet the chimney sweep, a symbol of happiness, and original cocktails inspired by the work!
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Date |
30th February 2025(Saturday) - 19th May (Sunday) |
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Remarks |
Supported by: Norwegian Embassy Cooperation: Hanno City Library |
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URL |
https://www.bitters.co.jp/oslo3/ |
Attention point
"Oslo, Three Landscapes of Love" Library & Mini Gallery
You're sure to enjoy the movie even more! Hanno City Library will be bringing you books on sexual diversity and Norwegian society and culture.
In addition, a mini gallery will be available for a limited time, perfect for those who can't wait for the film to be released or who want to savor the afterglow after viewing it.
Location: Craft Bibliotech
In addition, a mini gallery will be available for a limited time, perfect for those who can't wait for the film to be released or who want to savor the afterglow after viewing it.
Location: Craft Bibliotech
Movie "SEX" x Secret Lucky Greeting to Find the "Chimney Sweeper," a Symbol of Happiness
The chimney sweep, the main character in the movie "SEX," is said to have the power to ward off misfortune and bad luck in Europe, and it is believed that if you meet a chimney sweep on the street, touching the second button on their uniform will ward off evil spirits.
Professional chimney sweeps wearing uniforms will be making special patrols on the event day only from "Alumer Metsä," a restaurant run by the owner of a wood stove shop. If you meet them, you'll be able to take photos!
・Post a photo on social media with the designated hashtags (#metsävillage #alumerumetsä #woodstove) to receive a visiting certificate!
・Present your visit certificate at the "Allure Mer metsä store" to receive a 10% discount on meals on the day! (Take-out menu and drinks excluded)
Tour dates: September 9th (Sat), 20th (Sat), October 27th (Sat), 10th (Sat)
Touring times: 11:00-12:00/14:00-15:00 *Where it appears is a secret! It might be on a boat!
Professional chimney sweeps wearing uniforms will be making special patrols on the event day only from "Alumer Metsä," a restaurant run by the owner of a wood stove shop. If you meet them, you'll be able to take photos!
・Post a photo on social media with the designated hashtags (#metsävillage #alumerumetsä #woodstove) to receive a visiting certificate!
・Present your visit certificate at the "Allure Mer metsä store" to receive a 10% discount on meals on the day! (Take-out menu and drinks excluded)
Tour dates: September 9th (Sat), 20th (Sat), October 27th (Sat), 10th (Sat)
Touring times: 11:00-12:00/14:00-15:00 *Where it appears is a secret! It might be on a boat!
"DREAMS" x Scandinavian "Knitting Club" Project - Time to Knit, Talk, and Connect
Knitting is a symbolic motif in the film "DREAMS." In Scandinavia, there are "knitting clubs," known as "Strikkeklubb" in Norway and "neulontakerho" in Finland. These clubs are not just places for people to enjoy knitting, but also serve as communities where people can gather and interact, chatting and sharing knitting techniques over coffee or tea.
To coincide with the film collaboration, a "knitting club" will be held every other week! If you have any questions, you can ask the instructor. Why not spend some fun time together through knitting?
Dates and times: September 9th (Fri), 5th (Fri), October 19rd (Fri), 10:3-10:30
Location: Craft Bibliotech
Instructor: Kanako Yamada (knitting artist)
*Free to participate, please bring your own materials (yarn, knitting needles, etc.)
<Lecturer> Profile
She lives in Hidaka City and is the owner of D:knit. She works as a knitting instructor and knitter, and also creates original pieces. She loves both knitting needles and crochet hooks, and spends her days conveying the charm of knitting.
Comments:
This "Knitting Club" event will be my first, but I hope you will feel free to join in. Let's spend some warm moments together, enjoying knitting at a cafe with a great view!
To coincide with the film collaboration, a "knitting club" will be held every other week! If you have any questions, you can ask the instructor. Why not spend some fun time together through knitting?
Dates and times: September 9th (Fri), 5th (Fri), October 19rd (Fri), 10:3-10:30
Location: Craft Bibliotech
Instructor: Kanako Yamada (knitting artist)
*Free to participate, please bring your own materials (yarn, knitting needles, etc.)
<Lecturer> Profile
She lives in Hidaka City and is the owner of D:knit. She works as a knitting instructor and knitter, and also creates original pieces. She loves both knitting needles and crochet hooks, and spends her days conveying the charm of knitting.
Comments:
This "Knitting Club" event will be my first, but I hope you will feel free to join in. Let's spend some warm moments together, enjoying knitting at a cafe with a great view!
Special fair for Norwegian stove "Jotul"
During the collaboration campaign, a Jotul wood stove (F400) from Norway, the setting of the film, will be on display.
In addition, anyone who purchases or signs a contract for a wood stove during this period will receive a gift of 1 cubic meter (approximately 350 kg) of dried hardwood mix firewood and a free chimney cleaning service for the first year!
Application period: August 8th (Saturday) to October 30st (Friday)
Location: Alumer metsä store
*Delivery dates and construction will be scheduled separately.
*We do not sell the wood stove unit alone, as we are committed to safe installation.
In addition, anyone who purchases or signs a contract for a wood stove during this period will receive a gift of 1 cubic meter (approximately 350 kg) of dried hardwood mix firewood and a free chimney cleaning service for the first year!
Application period: August 8th (Saturday) to October 30st (Friday)
Location: Alumer metsä store
*Delivery dates and construction will be scheduled separately.
*We do not sell the wood stove unit alone, as we are committed to safe installation.
Original cocktails (on sale from Friday, September 9th)
This cocktail uses the Norwegian distilled spirit "LINIE" and mixes the image colors of each of the three works. The green is melon, the blue is blue curacao, and the orange is orange-flavored, creating a beautiful gradation.
Sales price: Cocktail 850 yen (tax included)
*Non-alcoholic cocktails are 750 yen (tax included)
Sales store: Market Hall 1F "10+Flowers"
* The photo is an image
Sales price: Cocktail 850 yen (tax included)
*Non-alcoholic cocktails are 750 yen (tax included)
Sales store: Market Hall 1F "10+Flowers"
* The photo is an image
Salmon Meatballs (Available from Friday, September 9th)
Handmade meatballs packed with the delicious flavor of Norwegian salmon.
Sales price: 3 pieces 1,480 yen, 5 pieces 2,340 yen (tax included)
Available at: "Meatball Specialty Store Toroli" on the 1st floor of the Market Hall
Sales price: 3 pieces 1,480 yen, 5 pieces 2,340 yen (tax included)
Available at: "Meatball Specialty Store Toroli" on the 1st floor of the Market Hall
Brown Cheese & OSLO
This brown cheese is made only from Norwegian sweet whey, milk, and cream. Simply cut it into pieces and enjoy it as a snack or appetizer.
Get a 250 yen discount when you purchase this set with the Norwegian beer "OSLO," which is characterized by its easy-to-grab design and simple taste!
Sale price: Brown Cheese 1,404 yen (tax included), OSLO 880 yen (tax included)
Sales store: Market Hall 1st floor "LAAVU"
※ It ends as soon as it disappears
Get a 250 yen discount when you purchase this set with the Norwegian beer "OSLO," which is characterized by its easy-to-grab design and simple taste!
Sale price: Brown Cheese 1,404 yen (tax included), OSLO 880 yen (tax included)
Sales store: Market Hall 1st floor "LAAVU"
※ It ends as soon as it disappears
Beer cocktail "Norway"
A beer cocktail made with cassis, inspired by the colors of the Norwegian flag.
Selling price: 750 yen (tax included)
Sales store: Viking Hall 1F "sateenkaari"
Selling price: 750 yen (tax included)
Sales store: Viking Hall 1F "sateenkaari"
Win movie tickets! A gift campaign that gives you a taste of nature and Norway
Follow the official Bitters End & metsä Village X account and repost the relevant post to win a total of 10 prizes, including movie tickets and boat tickets!
〇Gift contents
(1) "Oslo, Three Scenes of Love" Movie Ticket (3 people)
(2) A boat ride ticket for three people, designed to bring you closer to nature, inspired by the ferries that are used as a means of transportation in Norway.
(3) Three pairs of tickets to the Hyper Museum Hanno, a contemporary art museum themed on "nature and digital," inspired by the museum-like Oslo City Hall that appears in all three works.
(4) Original cocktail or non-alcoholic cocktail of your choice (1 + Flowers) for 10 person
〇 How to apply
(1) Bitters End Official X(@BittersEnd_inc)Tometsä Village Official X(@Metsa_Official)Follow these two accounts:
(2) Repost the relevant post on metsä official X
(3) Winners will be contacted via direct mail at a later date.
Application period: August 8th (Saturday) to September 30th (Monday, national holiday)
Winners announced: Thursday, September 9th (planned)
〇Gift contents
(1) "Oslo, Three Scenes of Love" Movie Ticket (3 people)
(2) A boat ride ticket for three people, designed to bring you closer to nature, inspired by the ferries that are used as a means of transportation in Norway.
(3) Three pairs of tickets to the Hyper Museum Hanno, a contemporary art museum themed on "nature and digital," inspired by the museum-like Oslo City Hall that appears in all three works.
(4) Original cocktail or non-alcoholic cocktail of your choice (1 + Flowers) for 10 person
〇 How to apply
(1) Bitters End Official X(@BittersEnd_inc)Tometsä Village Official X(@Metsa_Official)Follow these two accounts:
(2) Repost the relevant post on metsä official X
(3) Winners will be contacted via direct mail at a later date.
Application period: August 8th (Saturday) to September 30th (Monday, national holiday)
Winners announced: Thursday, September 9th (planned)
Watch a movie and experience Scandinavia! Review submission campaign
If you watch any of "DREAMS," "LOVE," or "SEX" and post your thoughts on X, you will be entered into a lottery to win a movie poster or various tickets to use at metsä, with a total of 10 winners!
〇Gift contents
(1) B3 poster for the special screening "Oslo, Three Landscapes of Love" (2 winners)
(2) Boat tickets for 4 people
(3) "Hyper Museum Hanno" admission tickets (pair) for 3 people
〇 How to apply
(1) Bitters End Official X(@BittersEnd_inc)Follow
(2) Watch any of the three films and post it with the hashtags "#MovieDREAMS," "#MovieSEX," and "#MovieLOVE."
(3) Winners will be contacted via direct mail at a later date.
Application period: April 9th (Friday) to May 5th (Sunday)
〇Gift contents
(1) B3 poster for the special screening "Oslo, Three Landscapes of Love" (2 winners)
(2) Boat tickets for 4 people
(3) "Hyper Museum Hanno" admission tickets (pair) for 3 people
〇 How to apply
(1) Bitters End Official X(@BittersEnd_inc)Follow
(2) Watch any of the three films and post it with the hashtags "#MovieDREAMS," "#MovieSEX," and "#MovieLOVE."
(3) Winners will be contacted via direct mail at a later date.
Application period: April 9th (Friday) to May 5th (Sunday)
Special Screening "Oslo, Three Landscapes of Love"
When people encounter emotions they have never experienced before, what do they think and what words do they exchange?
Three "sceneries" related to "love," "romance," and "sex" from Oslo, a city of beautiful nature and culture.
"DREAMS" revolves around the candid first love diary of a 17-year-old girl who falls in love with a female teacher; "LOVE" explores various forms of love between two medical professionals; and "SEX" involves a married man reconsidering his "identity" after a certain experience. All three films share a common theme: witty conversations between people who discover their innermost desires. Without passing judgment, we empathize with these people as they unravel their ingrained values and the emotions welling up within them, leaving us bewildered, yet also experiencing new excitement and lingering impressions. The beautiful scenery of Oslo, the Norwegian capital, where nature and culture blend—from everyday ferries to the landmark Oslo City Hall and chimney-topped houses—reflects the gentle, humble lives of its people. Haugerud, who cited Eric Rohmer as a major influence, portrays the humor of human life in modern society.
Three "sceneries" related to "love," "romance," and "sex" from Oslo, a city of beautiful nature and culture.
"DREAMS" revolves around the candid first love diary of a 17-year-old girl who falls in love with a female teacher; "LOVE" explores various forms of love between two medical professionals; and "SEX" involves a married man reconsidering his "identity" after a certain experience. All three films share a common theme: witty conversations between people who discover their innermost desires. Without passing judgment, we empathize with these people as they unravel their ingrained values and the emotions welling up within them, leaving us bewildered, yet also experiencing new excitement and lingering impressions. The beautiful scenery of Oslo, the Norwegian capital, where nature and culture blend—from everyday ferries to the landmark Oslo City Hall and chimney-topped houses—reflects the gentle, humble lives of its people. Haugerud, who cited Eric Rohmer as a major influence, portrays the humor of human life in modern society.
Directed by Dag Johan Haugerud
Born in Norway in 1964, she studied library science at Stockholm University and has experience working as a librarian. She is also an active novelist, having published four novels. As a film director, her debut feature film, "I Belong" (4), won four awards at the Amanda Awards, Norway's equivalent of the Oscars (Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actress), five awards at the Canon Awards, which honor Norwegian creators, and the Norwegian Film Critics Association Award for Best Picture, sweeping the country's film awards. Her second film, "Beware of Children" (12), won the Dragon Award for Best Nordic Film and Best Actor at the Gothenburg Film Festival. Following its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival's "Giornate degli Autori" section, she won a record nine Amanda Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Male Lead, establishing her as a leading film director in Norway.
Of the trilogy produced this time, "SEX" and "DREAMS" were shown at the Berlin International Film Festival, and "LOVE" at the Venice International Film Festival, achieving the remarkable feat of all three films receiving high praise at international film festivals.
Of the trilogy produced this time, "SEX" and "DREAMS" were shown at the Berlin International Film Festival, and "LOVE" at the Venice International Film Festival, achieving the remarkable feat of all three films receiving high praise at international film festivals.
"DREAMS"
Winner of the Golden Bear Award in the Competition Section of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival (International Federation of Film Critics Award & German Art House Film Association Award)
Directed and written by: Dag Johan Haugerud
Cinematography: Cecilie Semek
Starring: Ella Overby, Selome Emnetou, Ane Dahl Torp, Anne-Marit Jacobsen
2024 / Norway / Norwegian / DCP / 5.1ch / 110 minutes / Vista / Original title: Drømmer / English title: Dreams (Sex Love)
Distributor: Bitters End
Supported by: Norwegian Embassy
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Directed and written by: Dag Johan Haugerud
Cinematography: Cecilie Semek
Starring: Ella Overby, Selome Emnetou, Ane Dahl Torp, Anne-Marit Jacobsen
2024 / Norway / Norwegian / DCP / 5.1ch / 110 minutes / Vista / Original title: Drømmer / English title: Dreams (Sex Love)
Distributor: Bitters End
Supported by: Norwegian Embassy
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"LOVE"
Officially selected for the competition section of the 81st Venice International Film Festival
48th Gothenburg International Film Festival Best Performance Award 35th Tromso International Film Festival FIPRESCI Award
Directed and written by: Dag Johan Haugerud
Cinematography: Cecilie Semek
Starring: Andrea Brain Hovig, Tajo Cittadella Jacobsen, Malte Engebriksen, Thomas Grestad, Lars Jacob Holm
2024 / Norway / Norwegian / DCP / 5.1ch / 120 minutes / Vista / Original title: Kjærlighet / English title: Love
Distributor: Bitters End
Supported by: Norwegian Embassy
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48th Gothenburg International Film Festival Best Performance Award 35th Tromso International Film Festival FIPRESCI Award
Directed and written by: Dag Johan Haugerud
Cinematography: Cecilie Semek
Starring: Andrea Brain Hovig, Tajo Cittadella Jacobsen, Malte Engebriksen, Thomas Grestad, Lars Jacob Holm
2024 / Norway / Norwegian / DCP / 5.1ch / 120 minutes / Vista / Original title: Kjærlighet / English title: Love
Distributor: Bitters End
Supported by: Norwegian Embassy
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"SEX"
Won three awards in the Panorama section at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival (Ecumenical Jury Prize, European Cinema Label Prize, and International Art Cinema Federation Prize)
Won four major awards at the 40th Amanda Awards (Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Screenplay) (Nominated in 4 categories)
Best Actor Award at the 69th Valladolid International Film Festival
Directed and written by: Dag Johan Haugerud
Cinematography: Cecilie Semek
Starring: Torbjörn Hahl, Jan Gunnar Reuse, Siri Forberg, Birgitte Larsen
2024 / Norway / Norwegian / DCP / 5.1ch / 118 minutes / Cinemascope / Original title: Sex / English title: Sex
Distributor: Bitters End
Supported by: Norwegian Embassy
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Won four major awards at the 40th Amanda Awards (Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Screenplay) (Nominated in 4 categories)
Best Actor Award at the 69th Valladolid International Film Festival
Directed and written by: Dag Johan Haugerud
Cinematography: Cecilie Semek
Starring: Torbjörn Hahl, Jan Gunnar Reuse, Siri Forberg, Birgitte Larsen
2024 / Norway / Norwegian / DCP / 5.1ch / 118 minutes / Cinemascope / Original title: Sex / English title: Sex
Distributor: Bitters End
Supported by: Norwegian Embassy
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