"Visiace slnko" (internationally known as ) is a 2022 film adaptation of Jo Nesbø’s thriller novel Midnight Sun . It received mixed reviews, often praised for its atmospheric Nordic visuals but criticized for its pacing and character development. Critical Verdict
Reviewers on platforms like Letterboxd and IMDb share similar sentiments regarding the film's "style over substance" approach.
Reviews from the Venice Film Festival , where it premiered as the closing film, highlight a stark contrast between its technical beauty and narrative execution: Visiace slnko
“The visuals were mesmerising, I really liked the atmosphere and grey tones. But the visuals alone cannot carry the film on its shoulders, the plot should made you want watch the entire thing.” Letterboxd
While Alessandro Borghi (John) and Jessica Brown Findlay (Lea) are competent, some viewers noted that the supporting performances, particularly Sam Spruell, were highlights of an otherwise tonally flat experience. Community Perspectives "Visiace slnko" (internationally known as ) is a
Critics widely agree that the film’s strongest asset is its cinematography. Filmed in the rugged Sunnmøre region of Norway , it captures the "Nordic intensity" of the midnight sun—a setting where it is never fully dark—creating a grey-toned, eerie atmosphere.
The film is available on streaming services such as SkyShowtime (in Slovakia and Central Europe) and Prime Video . The Hanging Sun (2022) - IMDb Reviews from the Venice Film Festival , where
“The characters are not fleshed out enough for me to care about them. We never find out why the main character decided to disobey his father; we never get a glimpse into his inner conflict.” Letterboxd Where to Watch
