Monday Morning Maybe

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The Lion Woman

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2016 | 126 min | Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Aimed squarely at anyone who loves a strong drama. Leaves you with something to think about.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 6 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in Norwegian, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.

Eva Arctander is born with hypertrichosis, meaning that she is covered from head to toe with fine blonde hair. Her father is so ashamed of her that he hides her away from the world in their apartment. However, Eva’s nanny fights for her right to be treated like everyone else.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesSolid

    Our audience score: 59%

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; interest faded quickly after launch

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 3K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Vibeke Idsøe

  • Rolf LassgårdGustav
  • Kjersti TveteråsHannah
  • Ida Ursin-HolmEva (23)
  • Rolf Kristian LarsenSparky
  • Lisa Loven KongsliRuth
  • Connie NielsenMrs. Grjothornet
  • Karen-Lise MynsterMrs. Birgerson
  • Henrik MestadSwammerdamm
  • Kåre ConradiJahnn
  • Ole Johan SkjelbredDr. Levin