Troll Hunter

| 2010

Directed by: André Øvredal

Main Plot

Troll Hunter follows a group of college students who set out to document a mysterious figure believed to be a poacher in the Norwegian wilderness. As they investigate, they discover that the man is actually a government-employed troll hunter tasked with managing the country's troll population. The students join him on his dangerous journey, during which they encounter various types of trolls, each with unique characteristics and threats. As they delve deeper into the world of these mythical creatures, they learn about the history and lore surrounding trolls in Norway. The film combines elements of horror and dark comedy, showcasing the challenges the troll hunter faces while trying to keep the trolls hidden from the public eye. The students capture their experiences on camera, leading to a thrilling exploration of the supernatural and the secrets that lie within the forest.

Characters

  • Otto Jespersen plays Hans, a seasoned troll hunter tasked with controlling Norway's troll population. He guides a group of students documenting his secretive, dangerous job.
  • Robert Stoltenberg plays Finn Haugen, a bureaucrat from the Norwegian Wildlife Board, tasked with covering up the existence of trolls and maintaining secrecy.
  • Knut Nærum plays Finn Haugen, a government official responsible for covering up troll activity and ensuring the secrecy of their existence.

Ending Explained

In the ending of Troll Hunter, the film culminates in a tense confrontation between the protagonists and the trolls. After documenting various troll encounters, the group discovers the truth behind the government’s cover-up of these creatures. They learn that the trolls are being hunted to prevent public knowledge of their existence, leading to a climactic showdown in the mountains. The main conflict revolves around the struggle to expose the truth about trolls while navigating the dangers they pose. As the group faces off against a giant troll, they utilize their knowledge and the equipment they have gathered throughout their journey. The final battle showcases the trolls' immense power and the peril of their existence, emphasizing the film's themes of nature versus humanity. Ultimately, the film concludes with the group successfully capturing footage of the troll, providing undeniable evidence of its existence. However, the resolution is bittersweet, as they realize the implications of their findings could lead to further exploitation of these creatures. The ending leaves viewers pondering the balance between human curiosity and the preservation of nature, encapsulating the film's overarching narrative about the hidden wonders and dangers of the natural world.

André Øvredal Drama Fantasy Horror Otto Jespersen Robert Stoltenberg Knut Nærum