Colonel Eriksen’s Stand: How a Norwegian Fortress Changed WWII

The story of “Battle of Oslo” began with a bold move by Colonel Birger Eriksen, who commanded the Oscarsborg Fortress on April 9, 1940. With no help in sight and German ships closing in, he chose to fire first against the invading navy. His shots hit the cruiser Blücher and forced the enemy to pause, buying precious time for Norway. The film shows how this single decision had ripple effects. The fortress endured a ten‑hour bombardment, and Eriksen had to shield his people while fighting the invaders. The drama highlights both bravery and the heavy price of standing up for one’s country. Global Constellation, a company that sells films worldwide, secured distribution deals in several regions. In North America the movie will be handled by Samuel Goldwyn Films, while Australia and New Zealand are covered by Palace. Spanish audiences will see it through Alfa, former Yugoslavia via Karantajina, Japan with At Entertainment, and South Korea through Noori Pictures. The film already earned over €5. 5 million in Norway and will soon appear in German‑speaking areas with Wild Bunch.The cast includes Bjørn Sundquist as Eriksen, joined by Andrea Berntzen, Eldar Skar, Fridtjov Såheim and Jon Øigarden. Daniel Fahre directs the picture, which is written by Axel Hellstenius with help from Melike Leblebicioglu Kaveh. Production is led by Knut Inge Solbu of Fenomen Studios, with executive producers Tom Marius Kittilsen and Jørgen Storm Rosenberg. While promoting “Battle of Oslo, ” Global Constellation is also showing its work at the Berlin Film Festival. The company presents other titles such as “Paradise, ” “The Education of Jane Cumming, ” the animated feature “Dragoons, ” and upcoming projects like WWII drama “Crux, ” noir thriller “Wild Wild East, ” family animation “Viva Carmen, ” and adult queer animation “Jim Queen. ” The film’s success demonstrates how a single act of courage can change history, and it reminds viewers that stories from the past still resonate today.