Film "Don’t Call Me Mama"

Description

Don’t Call Me Mama
(Se meg)
Nina Knag
Norway
2025
(105')

A woman from a small Norwegian town faces the most difficult dilemma of her life when she falls in love with a young asylum seeker, beginning a clandestine romance that ultimately leads to devastating consequences for both of them. The story navigates the gray areas between naivety and exploitation, power and powerlessness—a space where sympathies constantly shift back and forth.

> Followed by a Q&A with director Nina Knag.

International Competition

Nina Knag is a Norwegian writer and director whose debut feature film, *Don’t Call Me Mama* (*Se meg*), premiered at the 2025 Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, where Pia Tjelta won the award for Best Actress. The film received critical acclaim both domestically and internationally and served as the opening film for the Bergen International Film Festival prior to its commercial release in Norwegian theaters. Knag has directed episodes for the NRK series *Rumours*, as well as several award-winning short films, including *The First Days* and *It’s Alright*. Trained at Westerdals and the Ivana Chubbuck Studio in Los Angeles—and drawing on extensive experience as a casting director—she brings a profound understanding of acting and cinematic storytelling. She is currently developing a new drama series and several feature film projects.
Awards and Festivals
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival: Best Actress (Pia Tjelta).
Language:
Norwegian, Danish, English, and Arabic, with Spanish subtitles.
Format:
DCP