Disco (2020): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Disco is a 2020 drama directed by Jorunn Myklebust Syversen, starring Josefine Frida Pettersen as Mirjam, Andrea Bræin Hovig and Nicolai Cleve Broch. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $51,934 worldwide. Critics gave it 67% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Jorunn Myklebust Syversen
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Norwegian
- Studio
- 1091 Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Disco About?
The premise of Disco without spoilers.
As Mirjam's moves falter in the sacred dance competition, her family's devotion begins to waver, forcing them to confront the true meaning of faith and identity.
Disco Themes & Keywords
· 3 tags- in medias res
- family relationships
- dancer
Disco Cast & Characters
Josefine Frida Pettersen leads the cast as Mirjam, with Andrea Bræin Hovig as Birgitta and Nicolai Cleve Broch as Per. Directed by Jorunn Myklebust Syversen; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jorunn Myklebust Syversen
- Josefine Frida Pettersen as Mirjam
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Andrea Bræin Hovig as Birgitta - Nicolai Cleve Broch as Per
- Espen Reboli Bjerke as Psykolog
Also Starring in Disco
· 6 more- Kjærsti Odden Skjeldal Vanja
- Andreas Preus Efskin Pastor Trond
- Fredericke Rustad Hellerud Ada
- Jean Superbanan Andersen Agnostic Person
- Øyvind Gulli Øyvind
- Espen Klouman-Høiner
More from Jorunn Myklebust Syversen
More films directed by Jorunn Myklebust Syversen: Disco and The Tree Feller.
Disco Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Disco 67% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 70/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in story & flow (50).
Disco Echo Score Breakdown
In overall terms, Disco presents a visually arresting yet narratively divided experience. The film’s polished cinematography and deliberate art direction draw praise, while the storyline’s repetitive and opaque passages have elicited mixed reactions. Character portrayals earn moderate acclaim for physical expressiveness, though inner motivations sometimes remain underdeveloped. The sensory ambiance succeeds in creating atmosphere but is offset by pacing lulls. Consequently, Disco emerges as a film of strong aesthetic ambition tempered by uneven narrative coherence.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 85
In terms of cinematography and visual design, Disco excels with polished framing and cohesive color palettes. Several reviewers noted the film’s refined production design and measured editing, praising the grounded fictional world. The direction consistently emphasizes the protagonist’s internal struggle through deliberate visual choices. Overall, the art and craft impart a compelling aesthetic foundation.
- Character & Emotion 70
When it comes to character depth and emotional resonance, Disco presents a moderately engaging portrayal of its lead. Observers highlighted the lead actress’s physical expressiveness and the empathetic rapport she forms with supporting roles. However, some criticism pointed to moments of opacity in inner motivation and inconsistent character realism. As a result, the film achieves a fair but not fully realized emotional impact.
- Story & Flow 50
With respect to plot coherence and pacing, Disco often struggles to maintain narrative clarity. Critics and viewers commented on repetitive sequences and an overly ambiguous central arc that hinders engagement. Although the film explores original themes around faith and performance, many found the progression disjointed and underdeveloped. Consequently, the story feels uneven and limits overall immersion.
- Sensory Experience 78
In terms of sensory experience, Disco delivers a striking visual style enhanced by dynamic dance sequences and thoughtful sound design. Several reviews praised the hypnotic choreography and atmospheric soundtrack that reinforce the film’s thematic tension. A few viewers noted occasional pacing lulls, but the interplay of color, score, and movement largely sustains a cohesive sensory environment. Ultimately, the film offers a vivid audiovisual impact.
- Rewatch Factor 55
Regarding rewatch value, Disco offers select moments of stylistic intrigue but lacks sustained narrative or emotional hooks for repeated viewing. The film’s visual strengths and thematic provocations may reward a second look, yet its cryptic structure and uneven flow reduce lasting appeal. As a result, while some viewers may revisit specific sequences, the overall incentive to reengage remains moderate.
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IMDb 5.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 67% Tomatometer
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Metacritic 56 Metascore
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Letterboxd 2.8 /5
3 ratings
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Disco Box Office
Disco grossed $51,934 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$51.9K
- International
- $51.9K
Disco Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Диско” and “디스코”.
- Also known as
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- Диско
- 디스코
- Disko
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Disco FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Disco, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Disco?
Disco runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Disco released?
Disco was released on December 1, 2020.
Who directed Disco?
Disco was directed by Jorunn Myklebust Syversen.
More films by Jorunn Myklebust Syversen Who is in the cast of Disco?
Disco stars Josefine Frida Pettersen as Mirjam, Andrea Bræin Hovig as Birgitta and Nicolai Cleve Broch as Per, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Disco make at the box office?
Disco grossed $51,934 worldwide.
How is Disco rated?
Disco has 5.2/10 on IMDb, 67% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic and 2.8/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Disco have a post-credit scene?
No. Disco has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Disco in?
The original language of Disco is Norwegian.
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