Iceland to launch Stockfish Film Festival
The inaugural edition of the Stockfish Film Festival is to launch in Iceland at arthouse theatre Bio Paradis on 19 February next year.
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Greenlandic Film Festival rapidly expands
Greenland Eyes International Film Festival returns with its biggest line-up to date and an ambitious Nordic tour.
Danish actress Jorgensen injured during filming
Renowned Danish actress Bodil Jorgensen’s condition is said to be stable after being involved in an accident during filming.
Icelanders supporting Reykjavik mosque register as Muslims
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Bjork’s Biophilia inducted into Museum of Modern Art
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Viking museum selling boats to the public
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Norway most gay-friendly country in the Nordics
Norway has been named the most gay-friendly country in the Nordics, according to an index that notes whether legislation respects the lesbian, gay, bi...