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Echo (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

Echo (2019) movie poster

Echo is a 2019 drama directed by Rúnar Rúnarsson, starring Bragi Arnason, Ari Arnarson and Árni Arnarson. It runs 1 hour 19 minutes and earned $18,746 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 86/100.

worldwide gross
$18.7K
Echo Score
86
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Echo (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 19m (79 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Icelandic
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Echo About?

The premise of Echo without spoilers.

Echo presents a portrait of contemporary Iceland during the Christmas season, composed of 56 distinct scenes. The film explores the complexities of modern life with a blend of humor and sensitivity, capturing the often turbulent, yet ultimately exhilarating atmosphere of the holidays.

Echo Themes & Keywords

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  • iceland
  • christmas
  • cemetery
  • new year's eve
  • church
  • police
  • librarian
  • dancing
  • sheep
  • gym
  • dog
  • 2010s
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  • holiday season
  • everyday life
  • school play
  • visiting a grave
  • graveyard
  • taking a bath
  • christmas dinner
  • christmas eve
  • church bell ringing
  • ringing a church bell
  • alone on christmas
  • house fire
  • retirement home
  • old people's home
  • nursing home
  • church service
  • playing monopoly
  • bus stop
  • apology
  • bonfire
  • fireworks
  • giving birth
  • virtual reality headset
  • car wash
  • undertaker
  • open casket
  • dead child
  • burning house
  • construction site
  • school
  • gym teacher
  • whale meat
  • drug addict
  • christmas present
  • nativity play
  • bodybuilding competition
  • child of divorce
  • playing piano
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Cast & crew

Echo Cast

Bragi Arnason leads the cast, with Ari Arnarson and Árni Arnarson. Directed by Rúnar Rúnarsson; 21 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Echo Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 86/100, strongest in art & craft (90) and weakest in story & flow (78).

86 /100

Echo Echo Score Breakdown

Echo delivers a consistently strong cinematic experience that leverages its ambitious vision and distinctive Icelandic setting. Critics highlight its coherent structure, nuanced visual style, and resonant human moments, while user feedback underscores the film’s artistic merit and repeatability. The combination of thoughtful storytelling, solid craft, and lasting appeal positions the film as a noteworthy entry in contemporary art‑film. Its measured pacing further supports audience engagement throughout.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 90

    In terms of art and craft, Echo demonstrates meticulous direction and striking cinematography that capture Iceland’s stark landscapes with an understated palette. Critics note the film’s ambitious visual ambition and cohesive framing, while a user praises the harmonious blend of lighting, camera work, and soundtrack. These elements collectively reinforce the film’s aesthetic credibility.

  • Character & Emotion 82

    When evaluating character and emotion, Echo offers nuanced performances that convey quiet intensity and human vulnerability. Reviewers point to the film’s ability to generate humane interactions and emotional resonance without overt exposition. Although some viewers mention a sense of incompleteness, the overall portrayal of interpersonal dynamics remains compelling and grounded.

  • Story & Flow 78

    Regarding story and flow, the film weaves a series of episodic vignettes that explore patterns of behavior within a loosely connected narrative. Critics commend its measured pacing and kaleidoscopic storytelling, noting that the uncertainty and open‑ended questions stimulate audience reflection. While the structure can feel fragmented for some, the thematic cohesion largely succeeds.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    In terms of sensory experience, Echo integrates a subtle yet effective soundscape that complements its visual composition. The soundtrack’s understated tones, combined with precise sound design, enhance the film’s atmospheric quality. Reviewers and users alike highlight the harmonious integration of light, color, and audio, creating an immersive aesthetic that supports the narrative tone.

  • Rewatch Factor 80

    The rewatch factor of Echo is reinforced by its layered themes and understated visual poetry, which reveal new details on subsequent viewings. Audience comments emphasize enjoyment in repeated screenings and the film’s lingering contemplative impact. Though the unconventional structure may deter casual viewers, its lasting artistic impression encourages repeat engagement.

Box office

Echo Box Office

Echo grossed $18,746 worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$18.7K

International
$18.7K
Videos

Echo Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Echo.

'Echo' - first trailer for Rúnar Rúnarsson's Locarno Competition world premiere
Details

Echo Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “回声” and “Эхо”.

Also known as
  • 回声
  • Эхо
  • Ecos
  • Yankılar
  • 回聲

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FAQ

Echo FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Echo, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Echo?

Echo runs 1 hour 19 minutes (79 minutes).

When was Echo released?

Echo was released on August 11, 2019.

Who directed Echo?

Echo was directed by Rúnar Rúnarsson.

More films by Rúnar Rúnarsson

Who is in the cast of Echo?

Echo stars Bragi Arnason, Ari Arnarson and Árni Arnarson, among 21 credited actors.

How much did Echo make at the box office?

Echo grossed $18,746 worldwide.

Does Echo have a post-credit scene?

No. Echo has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Echo in?

The original language of Echo is Icelandic.

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