It Takes a Year (2026)
Det tar et år
Director: Liana Nagoeva
Cast: Øyvind Efraimsen, Beatrice Lystad Akselsen, Theresa Frostad Eggesbø, Odin Storm, Hege Sophie Borgersen
Did you know? In the film, the mysterious "Margrete" flowers are a real Nordic tradition called *minneblomster* (memory flowers), sent anonymously to honor the dead—and the family’s secret about Margrete was inspired by a true story of a hidden wartime love affair.
Why Watch: A hauntingly beautiful exploration of grief and hidden family secrets, *It Takes a Year* grips you from the first mysterious bouquet. This slow-burn emotional thriller masterfully weaves a poignant mystery around a mother’s death, forcing viewers to confront painful truths alongside Klara. If you crave a deeply moving story that lingers long after the credits roll, this is a must-watch.
Klara and her family are grieving the loss of their mother when mysterious flowers begin arriving at their door, signed only by someone named “Margrete.” As the bouquets keep coming, Klara is left to wonder: who is Margrete, and why is everyone in her family refusing to reveal the truth?