LUMI Programmer Rena McGauley reviews tense Norwegian drama, Armand, for Belfast Film Festival

Much of Armand’s appeal may stem from what’s come before it, whether from director Halfdan Ullman Tǿndel’s cinematic lineage or the breakout success of lead actress Renate Reinsve. Audiences expecting Reinsve’s charm or Bergmanian psychodrama may leave disappointed. Instead, Ullman Tǿndel’s debut explores the ethical dilemma at the heart of Armand through a cryptic character drama with touches of surrealism and black comedy. Through claustrophobic cinematography, production design and lead performances, Armand queries: at what point does the truth cease to matter?

Read Rena’s full review HERE