Love (2024)
A quietly provocative Norwegian drama about two healthcare workers who question intimacy, desire, and the unwritten rules of human connection.
Love - Movie Information
- Original Title: Kjærlighet
- Release Year: 2024
- Directed by: Dag Johan Haugerud
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Romance, Drama
- Runtime: 2h 0m
- Original Language: Norwegian
- Spoken Languages: Norwegian
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 10, 2024 (Spain - 12), August 15, 2025 (United Kingdom - 15), April 17, 2025 (Germany - 12), July 2, 2025 (France), April 3, 2025 (Brazil - 14), April 17, 2025 (Italy)
- Alternative Titles: Oslo-Stories: Liebe (DE), 關於愛 (TW), Kärlek (SE), 러브 (KR), 同夢奇緣之緣 (HK), Oslo-Stories: Liebe (AT), Miłość (PL), Armastus (EE)
- Production Companies: ArtHaus, Novemberfilm, Motlys, Viaplay Group
- Production Countries: Norway
Love - Plot
Marianne, a doctor, and Tor, a nurse, avoid relationships. After meeting on a ferry where Tor seeks casual encounters, Marianne explores the possibility of spontaneous intimacy, questioning societal norms.
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Love - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Dag Johan Haugerud
Main Cast
- Andrea Bræin Hovig
- Tayo Cittadella
- Thomas Gullestad
- Lars Jacob Holm
- Marte Engebrigtsen
- Marian Saastad Ottesen
- Morten Svartveit
- Brynjar Åbel Bandlien
- Benjamin Danielsen
- Anna Berg
Writers
- Dag Johan Haugerud
Producers
- Hege Hauff Hvattum
- Yngve Sæther
Love - FAQs
What is Love (2024) about?
Love follows Marianne, a doctor, and Tor, a nurse — two people who have both stepped back from romantic relationships. A chance meeting on a ferry sets off a quiet but charged exploration of desire, spontaneity, and the unspoken rules society places around intimacy and connection.
Does Love have a happy ending?
Love resists easy resolutions. Haugerud keeps the ending deliberately open, reflecting the film's broader interest in ambiguity and emotional honesty. Rather than tying things up neatly, it leaves Marianne and Tor — and the viewer — sitting with questions about what intimacy and fulfilment really mean.
Where can you stream Love (2024)?
You can watch Love on the Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home — so there are plenty of ways to catch this quietly compelling Norwegian film.
How does Love explore sexuality and societal norms?
The film uses its two protagonists — a female doctor and a male nurse — to probe how gender roles, professional identity, and social expectations shape the way people approach desire. Their conversations are frank and unhurried, turning the ferry encounter into a space for genuine philosophical and emotional inquiry.
Who are the main actors in Love (2024)?
The film centres on Andrea Bræin Hovig as Marianne and Tayo Cittadella as Tor. Thomas Gullestad, Lars Jacob Holm, Marte Engebrigtsen, and Marian Saastad Ottesen round out a strong ensemble cast.
Is Love part of a larger film series?
Yes — Love is the third instalment in Dag Johan Haugerud's Oslo Stories trilogy, following Sex (2023) and Dreams (2024). Each film stands on its own while sharing thematic threads around human connection, identity, and the quiet complexities of contemporary Norwegian life.
How was Love received by critics?
Love earned strong praise on the international festival circuit. Critics highlighted Haugerud's restrained, dialogue-driven approach and the naturalistic performances, particularly from Andrea Bræin Hovig. The film was celebrated for its intellectual warmth and its willingness to sit with discomfort rather than resolve it.
Who directed Love and what is his style?
Dag Johan Haugerud directed and wrote Love. The Norwegian filmmaker is known for slow-burn, conversation-led cinema that examines everyday emotional life with precision and empathy. His work consistently avoids melodrama, favouring quiet observation and the kind of honesty that feels both intimate and intellectually rigorous.
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