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Iceland-filmed movie ‘The Brink of War’ premieres in Reykjavík

Director Michael Russel Gunn attended the Icelandic premiere of his film 'Á barmi stríðs', which was shot entirely in Iceland, before setting off on a tour of the country. The premiere took place at Sambíóunum earlier this month, according to mbl.is.

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The Icelandic premiere of the film Á barmi stríðs (The Brink of War), directed by Michael Russel Gunn, took place at Sambíóunum in Reykjavík earlier this month, and the entire film was shot in Iceland, mbl.is reported.

After the premiere, Gunn spoke with a reporter and then set off on a tour to explore more of Iceland. The entire film was shot in Iceland, showcasing the country’s varied landscapes and local settings.

Background

Iceland is a Nordic island nation in the North Atlantic Ocean, located between Europe and North America. Reykjavík, where the premiere was held, is the capital and largest city of Iceland, situated on the southern shore of the Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland.

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