Vidar Sandem
ActingAbout Vidar Sandem
Vidar Sandem (born 19 February 1947) is a Norwegian actor, playwright and theatre director. He made his stage debut at Den Nationale Scene in 1970. He started working at Det Norske Teatret in 1977, and served as theatre director from 1997. Among his film roles is the father in Per Blom's The Ice Palace from 1987, based on a novel by Tarjei Vesaas. His debut as a playwright was the one-act play Straffe-, aired at Fjernsynsteatret in 1988.
Vidar Sandem Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Vidar Sandem reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Vidar Sandem's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Vidar Sandem's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Worst Person in the World, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Vidar Sandem Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Vidar Sandem's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Vidar Sandem has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Quisling: The Final Days | Erik Solem | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Reservasjoner | Sverre | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Burning Sea | Chief Geologist | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Worst Person in the World | Per Harald | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | As I Fall | Sverre | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Upperdog | Hans Martin | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Hair of the Dog | Jens 'Falchen' Falch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ice Palace | Far | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | På stigende kurs | Etterforsker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Hard asfalt | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Farewell Illusions | Tor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Orion's Belt | Helge | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Angels in the Snow | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Blood of the Railroad Workers | Flisa | Flop | Similar → |
Vidar Sandem - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Vidar Sandem?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vidar Sandem is "The Worst Person in the World" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Vidar Sandem acted in?
Vidar Sandem has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Vidar Sandem?
Other notable films include "Hair of the Dog", "The Burning Sea", and "Upperdog".