Jens Lien

Norwegian director and screenwriter

Jens Lien - Norwegian director and screenwriter
Born

September 14th, 1967
57 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Norway

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A director, producer, and screenwriter associated with film and television. His work often explores themes of identity and human connections. Gained significant recognition for directing the feature film 'The Bothersome Man' which was met with critical acclaim. Also contributed to the Norwegian film industry as a producer and co-writer of various projects, shaping narratives within contemporary cinema.

Directed 'The Bothersome Man'

Produced and co-wrote 'The Other Side of Sunday'

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