The Burden of Manhood

Det er vanskelig å være mann

Directed by Aurora Nossen

Cast: Oddrun Valestrand, Hans-Marius Rustestuen, Aurora Nossen

Human Rights Spotlight, Human Ties, International Spotlight, Oscar-Qualifying Shorts Competition, Women In Film Spotlight
Norway
Norwegian
2026
4 mins

Jørn-Gunnar identifies as a cat, but is an adult man, whom feels insufficient as a man and has decided to be a cat instead. His girlfriend Stella is fed up and takes him to the vet to break up with him. The vet is afraid to get cancelled so she gives him an examination. This film is a reaction to today’s cancel culture.

The Burden of Manhood

Det er vanskelig å være mann

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