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X is a 1986 drama directed by Oddvar Einarson, starring Jørn Christensen as Jon Gabriel, Bettina Banoun and Hege Schøyen. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes.

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X (1986) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Director
Oddvar Einarson
Genre
Drama
Original language
Norwegian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is X About?

The premise of X without spoilers.

Jon Gabriel, a man in his mid‑twenties, encounters 13‑year‑old Flora and their connection deepens as they navigate the bleak, cold, and grime‑filled streets of 1980s Oslo. Together they face poverty, harsh weather, and the city’s rough edges, fighting to survive while their relationship evolves.

X Themes & Keywords

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  • love
  • artist
  • one letter title
  • art
  • photography
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Cast & crew

X Cast & Characters

Jørn Christensen leads the cast as Jon Gabriel, with Bettina Banoun as Flora and Hege Schøyen. Directed by Oddvar Einarson; 9 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Oddvar Einarson

One more film directed by Oddvar Einarson: Karachi.

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Cars

Cars in X

20 cars on screen, including the unknown and the 1981 BMW 3 E21.

All 20 cars
  • unknown in X unknown Minor role
  • 1981 BMW 3 E21 in X 1981 BMW 3 E21 Background role
  • 1972 Citroën ID 20 Stasjonsvogn in X 1972 Citroën ID 20 Stasjonsvogn Background role
  • 1982 Ford Fiesta MkI in X 1982 Ford Fiesta MkI Background role

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X FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is X?

X runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was X released?

X was released on December 1, 1986.

Who directed X?

X was directed by Oddvar Einarson.

More films by Oddvar Einarson

Who is in the cast of X?

X stars Jørn Christensen as Jon Gabriel, Bettina Banoun as Flora and Hege Schøyen, among 9 credited actors.

Does X have a post-credit scene?

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

What language is X in?

The original language of X is Norwegian.

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