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The Higher Force

Directed by Olaf De Fleur

A Paranoid Petty-Crime Gangster Comedy

“Wildly Imaginative. A Great Ride.” — Independent Film Quarterly

“Pure Fun. Top Acting Talent.” —MBL.is

Set in Reykjavik, Iceland. David, a low-life debt collector, becomes the main man of his paranoid debt collector gang by pretending to know a renowned crime lord, a neighbor of his who happens to be a lonely school teacher with illusion of grandeur and troubles at work. As the gang goes about their business, David is increasingly entangled in his lies, feeding the gang information about the crime lord’s big plans and escalating operations. David risks his life spying on the ‘dangerous’ crime lord, but is ever more challenged when the ‘crime lords’ behavior becomes increasingly erratic. As the pressure increases from the gang to move against the ‘crime lord’ to divert his plans, the gutless David must take action or end up in a ditch. In this absolutely new brand of comedy, de Fleur showcases the finely drawn eccentricities of his character ensemble, with a pitch-perfect timing and a simple, genuine knack for storytelling. Brought to life by a talented cast, anchored by seasoned Icelandic and international actors, The Higher Force is an unforgettable ride and a delightful romp that cuts through cultures and genres.

Cast:
Petur Johann Sigfusson 
Eggert Thorleifsson 
Benedikt Erlingsson 
Stefan Schaefer 
Ingvar E. Sigurdsson 
Lu Yu 
Ilmur Kristjansdottir
and Michael Imperioli

Ideland 2008
80 Minutes, Color
Comedy
English, Mandarin & Icelandic
with English subtitles
Not Rated
1.85 - 1 Widescreen

DVD UPC 658769 100334
CAT# VF1003
$19.95 SRP