Sex

Sex

14+ 2024 · 118 min · ★ 6.6 · Drama

Two married, heterosexual chimney sweeps face experiences that unsettle their views on sexuality and identity. One has a same-sex encounter without considering it either as an expression of homosexuality or infidelity. The other finds himself in dreams where he is seen as a woman.

Directed by Dag Johan Haugerud · Written by Dag Johan Haugerud

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Jan Gunnar Røise Chimney Sweeper
Thorbjørn Harr Head of Department
Siri Forberg The Chimney Sweeper's Wife
Birgitte Larsen Department Head's Wife
Theo Dahl Department Head's Son
Nasrin Khusrawi Singing Teacher
Anne Marie Ottersen Doctor
Vetle Bergan Architect
Iver Innset Architect
Brynjar Åbel Bandlien Dance Instructor
Arturo Scotti Young Man in Collective
Siri Jøntvedt House Owner

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