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Essential Guide to Snow in Norway
Norway offers some of the most reliable snow-covered locations in the world — a true paradise for filmmakers seeking authentic winter landscapes. The country’s long, stable snow season and modern infrastructure make filming in snow conditions both visually spectacular and logistically seamless.
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Where Myth Meets Landscape: Norway’s Standout Locations in Troll 2
When Troll premiered on Netflix in 2022, it didn’t just find an audience — it conquered one. The film became the most-viewed non-English language feature in Netflix history, reaching more than 100 million viewers in its first weeks and sending Norway’s landscapes into living rooms worldwide. With Netflix’s Troll 2, director Roar Uthaug and production company Motion Blur pushed further into Norway’s folklore and dramatic terrain.
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Inside Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value: Oslo’s Architecture, Dragon Style Heritage and Norway’s Studio Craft
As Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value opens in U.S. cinemas, international attention continues to build around the film that earned a remarkable 19-minute standing ovation at its Cannes premiere, where it was awarded the Grand Prix. Selected as Norway’s official submission for the 2026 Academy Awards, the feature is a deeply personal family story — yet like Trier’s other films it is also a love letter to Oslo. Through its blend of historic architecture, cultural landmarks, and cutting-edge studio technology, Sentimental Value offers audiences a vivid portrait of the city.
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Exploring Norway: Insights from LMGI President John Rakich
In October 2025, a group of international film professionals attending the Shooting Locations Marketplace in Valladolid, Spain traveled from Madrid to Bergen, and then to Oslo, meeting local industry professionals and discovering some of Norway’s most cinematic landscapes along the way.
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Filming Locations in Bergen
The west coast city of Bergen offers a striking blend of natural and cultural contrasts, where historic wooden wharves meet bold contemporary design, and the surrounding fjords and mountains create a dramatic backdrop for storytelling.
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Svalbard and PolarX: Filming at the Edge of the Earth
High above the Arctic Circle, where glaciers meet fjords and polar bears roam freely, lies one of the most extraordinary places on Earth to film: Svalbard. This remote Norwegian archipelago, situated midway between mainland Norway and the North Pole, offers more than dramatic landscapes and cinematic light. With year-round international access, no VAT, and no carnet or Schengen visa requirements for direct arrivals, Svalbard is not only visually stunning — it’s remarkably production-friendly.
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From Poles to Blockbusters: Per Henry Borch on Navigating Norway’s Most Dramatic Film Locations
Per Henry Borch is a leading Norwegian line producer and explorer, renowned for his extensive work on major international film productions. With over 30 years of experience in both local and international filmmaking, he has been instrumental in establishing Norway as a premier destination for high-end, large-scale film shoots — from Arctic expeditions to Hollywood blockbusters.
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Norwegian Innovation Driving a Greener Audiovisual Industry
Addressing climate change is one of the biggest challenges we face today, but it also presents an opportunity for positive change. The audiovisual industry has a key role to play in cutting emissions, and collaboration across the sector is essential. Norway is stepping up by creating practical tools and initiatives that help film and TV productions become more sustainable while keeping the creative industry thriving.
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Norway — a Greener Filming Destination
Norway is a great place to film more sustainably, providing international productions with access to renewable energy, a strong EV infrastructure, eco-certified accommodations, and comprehensive green policies.
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Frøya Named Best European Filming Location of 2024
The breathtaking island community of Frøya has been awarded the prestigious title of Best European Filming Location of 2024.
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Essential Guide to Airports in Norway
Located in Northern Europe, Norway is renowned for its dramatic fjords, towering mountains, and Arctic wilderness. Beyond its natural beauty, the country is equipped with modern infrastructure that ensures efficient and seamless travel.
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