Kristin Lavransdatter (film)

Kristin Lavransdatter refers to several film adaptations of the epic historical novel trilogy of the same name by Sigrid Undset. While multiple adaptations have been attempted, the most well-known is:

• Kristin Lavransdatter (1995 film): This Norwegian film, directed by Liv Ullmann, is a feature-length adaptation of Undset's trilogy. It condenses the sprawling narrative into a single film, focusing on the key events of Kristin's life from childhood to death. The film stars Elisabeth Matheson as Kristin Lavransdatter. It received generally positive reviews for its performances, cinematography, and depiction of medieval Norway, although some critics noted the difficulty in fully capturing the scope and depth of the original novels within a limited runtime. The film primarily focuses on Kristin's passionate, often tumultuous relationship with Erlend Nikulausson, her struggles with faith, and the challenges of life in 14th-century Norway.