Because of its international success and educational use, several versions of the film exist to accommodate non-Norwegian audiences:
Sinna Mann (English title: Angry Man ) is a critically acclaimed 2009 Norwegian animated short film that addresses the heavy theme of domestic violence from a child's perspective. 🎬 Film Overview
It uses a unique cut-out and multiplane technique to create a dreamlike, often haunting atmosphere.
Many schools and social organizations in Europe have access to licensed versions with English subtitles for trauma-informed workshops.
Previews and full versions are occasionally hosted by the production company, Trollfilm AS , or through platforms like Filmporium.
Directed by Anita Killi and adapted from a picture book by Gro Dahle and Svein Nyhus, the 20-minute film tells the story of Boj, a young boy who lives in fear of his father's violent outbursts. The "Angry Man" represents the father's aggressive alter-ego, which surfaces even over minor triggers.
💡 If you are looking for English subtitles, search for the title "Angry Man" rather than the Norwegian Sinna Mann , as this is how the translated version is cataloged on most global streaming and review platforms like IMDb or Letterboxd . Angry man | trollfilm