"Hamsun" is a powerful and thought-provoking drama that explores the complex and controversial life of Norwegian author Knut Hamsun, who found himself at the center of a national scandal during World War II. Despite his fame and admiration, Hamsun made the shocking decision to support the Nazi regime and even met with Adolf Hitler, a move that turned him from a national hero into a hated traitor in the eyes of many. The film delves into the psychological and emotional motivations behind Hamsun's actions, as well as the impact it had on his personal life and relationship with his wife Marie. Featuring outstanding performances from Max von Sydow and Ghita Nørby, "Hamsun" is a gripping and intense portrayal of one man's descent into moral crisis.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Hamsun include The Shawshank Redemption, Good Will Hunting, Fight Club, Magnolia, A Few Good Men, Philadelphia.