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Pastoral Life 1984

Status
Released
Runtime
83 minutes
Director
Þráinn Bertelsson
Network
Nýtt Líf ehf.
★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 4 votes Comedy Released
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What is Pastoral Life?

Dalalíf, also known by the English title Pastoral Life, is an Icelandic comedy film released on October 4, 1984. The film was directed by Þráinn Bertelsson and features a main cast including Eggert Þorleifsson and Karl Ágúst Úlfsson.

Type
Film
Year
1984
Status
Released
Runtime
83 minutes
Release date
Oct 4, 1984
Original language
IS
Origin
Iceland
Studios
Nýtt Líf ehf.
Genres
Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 4 votes
Episode runtime
~83 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Nýtt Líf ehf.

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Dalalíf, also known by the English title Pastoral Life, is an Icelandic comedy film released on October 4, 1984. The film was directed by Þráinn Bertelsson and features a main cast including Eggert Þorleifsson and Karl Ágúst Úlfsson. It serves as the second film in the Líf trilogy and functions as a sequel to Nýtt líf.

The story follows the characters Þór and Danni, described as inventive scoundrels who return in this sequel with a new bag of tricks. They secure a job running a farm for a local farmer who is going on a vacation to Sweden. Although they present themselves as experts in the field of agriculture, they are not actually experts at all, and the unfortunate farmer is misguided in trusting them with his animals while going abroad. After managing to get the hold of things on the farm, Þór and Danni eventually come up with the brilliant idea to host an agricultural seminar for city people.

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“A gripping exploration of comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Pastoral Life holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Pastoral Life and when was it released?

Pastoral Life is a feature film with a runtime of 83 minutes. It was released in 1984. Release status: Released.

Who directed Pastoral Life?

Pastoral Life was directed by Þráinn Bertelsson.

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