Hedda Gabler

Hedda Gabler is a film based on the 1891 Victorian period play Hedda Gabler, written by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. One of many adaptations of this play, the film Hedda Gabler was produced, adapted and directed by Matthew John. Hedda Gabler is an example of realism in nineteenth century play writing, and is one of the world's best known and most performed dramas. The film was shot at Maunsel House. The movie premiered at the Vika Cinema, Oslo on 8 September 2016 to open the Ibsen International Festivalen. A press launch at the Henrik Ibsen Museum on 9 September 2016. the event was sponsored by H+M and Radisson Blu. Matthew John attended the red carpet with Swedish supermodel Marcus Schenkenberg. The title role is played by Rita Ramnani.