Lovers of the Arctic Circle
“Destiny cannot be denied.”
As young children, Otto and Ana become best friends, leading to the marriage of Ana's mother to Otto's father. When Otto and Ana become teenagers, they begin a sexual relationship, which they hide from their parents. The two fall deeply in love and seem destined to spend the rest of their lives together. However, their relationship is tested when Otto's mother dies and the two are separated.
Where to watch Lovers of the Arctic Circle in United States
Can I watch Lovers of the Arctic Circle in United States? Lovers of the Arctic Circle isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
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Where is Lovers of the Arctic Circle streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Amazon Video |
| France | — | LaCinetek |
| Spain | Netflix, Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , FlixOlé | Amazon Video |
About Lovers of the Arctic Circle
Lovers of the Arctic Circle is a 1998 Spanish-language drama, mystery and romance film directed by Julio Medem. The cast is led by Najwa Nimri, Fele Martínez, Nancho Novo. It has a runtime of 1h 52m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.
Lovers of the Arctic Circle was produced by Alicia Produce, Bailando En La Luna, and Sogetel and made in Spain. It was released on September 4, 1998, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Julio Medem
- Writers
- Julio Medem
- Release date
- September 4, 1998
- Original language
- Spanish
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Spain
- Production
- Alicia Produce, Bailando En La Luna, Sogetel
Lovers of the Arctic Circle cast & crew
Lovers of the Arctic Circle was directed by Julio Medem and written by Julio Medem.
The cast features Najwa Nimri as Young Ana, Fele Martínez as Young Otto, Nancho Novo as Álvaro, Maru Valdivielso as Olga, Sara Valiente as Child Ana, and Peru Medem as Child Otto.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Alberto Iglesias, cinematography is by Gonzalo F. Berridi, and it was produced by Fernando Bovaira and Fernando de Garcillán.
Is Lovers of the Arctic Circle worth watching?
Lovers of the Arctic Circle holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 280 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 52m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, mystery, and romance, Lovers of the Arctic Circle is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Lovers of the Arctic Circle
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Cast of Lovers of the Arctic Circle
Najwa Nimri
Young Ana
Fele Martínez
Young Otto
Nancho Novo
Álvaro
Maru Valdivielso
Olga
Sara Valiente
Child Ana
Peru Medem
Child Otto
Kristel Díaz
Teenage Ana
Víctor Hugo Oliveira
Teenage Otto
Beate Jensen
Otto's Mother
Rosa Morales
Sofía
Pep Munné
Javier
Jaroslav Bielski
Álvaro Midelman
Lovers of the Arctic Circle — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Lovers of the Arctic Circle in United States?
Lovers of the Arctic Circle is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
▸What language is Lovers of the Arctic Circle in?
Lovers of the Arctic Circle is originally in Spanish, with audio tracks including Spanish, English, Hungarian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Lovers of the Arctic Circle?
Lovers of the Arctic Circle runs 1 hours 52 minutes (112 minutes).
▸What is Lovers of the Arctic Circle rated?
Lovers of the Arctic Circle is rated R. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 280 ratings.
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