North

Young Gerda sets off into the great unknown in search of her friend Kai, who has mysteriously vanished. On her journey, Gerda makes friends with people, birds, beasts, and a kind witch, unaware that a hostile, unseen enemy, the Snow Queen and her devil apprentice, Luiz, are watching her. The evil queen keeps Kai prisoner in her ice palace way up north in Finnmark, Norway. Together, Gerda and Kai escape from her clutches, arriving back home just in time for the happiest winter holiday ever.

North is a captivating family adventure inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen. Set against the breathtaking beauty of Norwegian landscapes, the film brings to life a magical realm filled with wonder and enchantment. Combining a compelling narrative with stunning visuals and rich soundscapes, North offers a timeless story of courage, resilience, and the transformative power of love, making it an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.

“North” will have its world premiere in November 2025 and will be released by Nordisk Film Distribution in the Nordic market.

Production data

Format
85 minutes
Production Year(s)
2025
Target Age
Family
Style
3D Animation (CGI)
Type
Movie
Resolution
HD
Genre
Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Produced By
Haakon Gundersen
Country of Origin
Norway
Production Status
in Post-Production
Planned Delivery
Q2 2025

Crew

Director
Bente Lohne
Production Company
PictoryLand AS
Producer
Haakon Gundersen ("Flight of the Navigator"; "Free Jimmy")
Screenwriter
Bente Lohne (critically acclaimed fantasy author)
Consulting Producer
Ralph Guggenheim the producer of the Academy Award-winning “Toy Story” and co-founder of Pixar Animation
Story inspired by
Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen
Animation Studio
Anima Vitae