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Heksejakt Witch Hunt

Witch Hunt is the story of how one single action can trigger a scandal of national proportions with consequences affecting all the way up to Norway’s elite society. With a focus on power struggles and corruption, Rajendram Eliassen and Bache-Wiig delve deep into the psychological, relational and political consequences of whistleblowing.

Awards

Seriekritikerprisen Nominee (Best Drama) Norway 2020
Golden Screen Award Nominee (Best TV Drama) Norway 2020
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Reviews

  • Witch Hunt must be the most important Norwegian drama series of the year. /…/ The escalating conflict is topical, striking and has a pronounced nerve.”

    ★★★★★

    Dagbladet, Norway

  • “I would like to commend Bache-Wiig and Rajendram for creating the solid concept and form of this series. /…/ High quality through and through.”

    ★★★★★

    Filmfront, Norway

  • “Exciting and shocking. /…/ The creators Rajendram and Bache-Wiig have constructed a complex and believable story.”

    ★★★★★

    Stavanger Aftenblad, Norway

  • “A well-written and clever script. /…/ High quality craftsmanship.”

    NRK P3, Norway

  • “This is deliciously entertaining.”

    Verdens Gang, Norway

  • “Rarely has a Norwegian TV series introduced its themes and aesthetics in a more concise or elegant way. /…/ A clever drama thriller filled with connotations.”

    Morgenbladet, Norway

  • “Top quality.”

    ★★★★★

    730, Norway

  • “Meticulously and realistically portrayed.”

    Dagsavisen, Norway

  • “Siv Rajendram and Anna Bache-Wiig knows how to deliver quick twist and turns and blindside their heroes and villains.”

    Aftenposten, Norway

Screenwriter
Photo: Carl Martin Nordby Anna Bache-Wiig & Siv Rajendram Eliassen
Premiere
2020
Genre
  • Drama

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