Rent Rams (2015)
3.6 of 5 from 479 ratings
1h 29min
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- Synopsis:
- In a secluded valley in Iceland, brothers Gummi and Kiddi live side by side, tending to their prized ancestral sheep. But a long-term grudge means that they haven't spoken to each other for four decades, passing messages via the sheep dog. When a lethal ovine disease suddenly appears in the valley, the authorities move in to cull all of the livestock. But Gummi and Kiddi don't give up easily and each brother tries to stave off the disaster in his own fashion: Kiddi by using his rifle, and Gummi by using his wits. As the authorities close in the brothers will need to come together to save the sheep - and themselves - from extinction.
- Actors:
- Sigurður Sigurjónsson, Theodór Júlíusson, Charlotte Bøving, Jon Benonysson, Gunnar Jónsson, Þorleifur Einarsson, Sveinn Ólafur Gunnarsson, Ingrid Jónsdóttir, Jörundur Ragnarsson, Viktor Már Bjarnason, Ólafur Ólafsson, Jenný Lára Arnórsdóttir, Guðrún Sveinbjörnsdóttir, Þorsteinn Gunnar Bjarnason, Anna Sæunn Ólafsdóttir, Sigurlína Tryggvadóttir
- Directors:
- Grímur Hákonarson
- Producers:
- Grímar Jónsson
- Writers:
- Grímur Hákonarson
- Aka:
- Hrútar
- Studio:
- Soda Pictures
- Genres:
- Drama
- Collections:
- A Brief History of Old Age on Screen: Part 1, A Brief History of Film..., Top 10 Winter and Snow Films, Top Films
- Countries:
- Iceland
- Awards:
- BBFC:
- Release Date:
- 30/05/2016
- Run Time:
- 93 minutes
- Languages:
- Icelandic Dolby Digital 2.0, Icelandic DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1
- Subtitles:
- English, English Hard of Hearing
- Formats:
- Pal
- Aspect Ratio:
- Widescreen 2.35:1
- Colour:
- Colour
- BLU-RAY Regions:
- B
- Bonus:
- BFI Q&A with director Grímur Häkonarson (30 mins)
- Short Film "Wrestling" (2007, 20 mins) Directed by Grímur Häkonarson
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Reviews (10) of Rams
Subtle and moving - Rams review by RB
The bleak backdrop of Iceland had its own beauty, rather like the relationship between the two brothers, who lived side by side but hadn't spoken to each other for 30 years. There was an understated humour which we found appealing and the characterisation and plot built in a way that kept us involved throughout.
The acting was superb.
If you like small independent films that are as far removed from Hollywood as possible, see this film.
Strongly recommended.
10 out of 11 members found this review helpful.
Best Icelandic Sheep Based Film I've Seen - Rams review by RW
Had I knew what the film was about before sitting down to watch it, I would have gone down the pub, however I'm glad I did watch it. Superb story, acting and cinematography. Humorous (subtle and not "laugh out loud"), but also dark and poignant. Please take a punt and watch it, unless your favourite film is "Dude, where's my car?".
7 out of 7 members found this review helpful.
Beautiful landscapes and sheep based drama, what more could you want. - Rams review by DerekW
Great independent film.
Highly recommended, high drama and tragedy.
Beautiful landscapes and sheep based drama, what more could you want.
4 out of 4 members found this review helpful.