Geir Henning Hopland, a versatile and accomplished Norwegian individual, has had a remarkable career that has spanned multiple decades, with a rich and storied past that has shaped him into the multifaceted person he is today.
Erik Skjoldbjærg Hopland, a renowned television drama director, has made a profound impact on the Norwegian television industry throughout his illustrious career.
In the late 2000s, he ventured into the realm of television series creation, taking on the triple role of creator, writer, and director for the critically acclaimed series BUZZ ALDRIN, WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU IN ALL THE CONFUSION?.
This ambitious project garnered widespread recognition and acclaim, resulting in a staggering nine Golden Screen nominations, including nods for best script and direction, a testament to Hopland's exceptional skill and artistry.
Noteworthy among Hopland's extensive body of work is his appointment as conceptual director for the groundbreaking production FRIKJENT / ACQUITTED, which made history by boasting the largest-ever launch for TV2, garnering him a nomination for Best Director at the prestigious Golden Screen Awards.
Before this remarkable achievement, Hopland honed his skills as a director by helming seven episodes of Norway's most successful and widely acclaimed drama export, the hit show LILYHAMMER.
Notable among his extensive body of work is his direction of ADVOKATEN, a collaborative project born from the creative minds of Hans Rosenfeld, the visionary force behind THE BRIDGE, and Jens Lapidus, a talented writer.
Noteworthy filmmaker Morten Tyldum has recently collaborated on the screenplay and directed the thrilling prequel to Jo Nesbø's incredibly successful novel, HEADHUNTERS, a cinematic adaptation that has garnered widespread acclaim.
