is a 2022 Italian-British noir thriller directed by Francesco Carrozzini , marking his debut in narrative feature filmmaking. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of a Norwegian summer where the sun never sets, the film is an adaptation of the 2015 crime novel Midnight Sun by renowned Norwegian author Jo Nesbø . Plot Overview
The film features an international ensemble, including Alessandro Borghi , Jessica Brown Findlay , Sam Spruell , Peter Mullan , and Charles Dance. The Hanging Sun
The struggle to escape a family defined by crime. is a 2022 Italian-British noir thriller directed by
In an isolated village dominated by a strict religious community, he seeks refuge while being pursued by his vengeful brother. There, he forms an unexpected bond with (Jessica Brown Findlay), a woman grappling with her own troubled past, and her young son, Caleb. Under the constant glare of the "hanging sun," John must confront his history to protect his new-found family and secure a chance at redemption. Production and Release The struggle to escape a family defined by crime
The story follows (played by Alessandro Borghi), a reluctant "fixer" for a powerful crime boss who happens to be his own father. After a botched job and a desperate attempt to break free from his violent family legacy, John flees to the far north of Norway.
Reviewers from Wired Italy have described the film as a "noir thriller" that balances suspense with a "tender love story". Key themes include:
The metaphorical and literal weight of the sun that never goes down, preventing the characters from finding rest or hiding their secrets.