About Knut Bohwim
Lived 1931 – 2020 (aged 89). Knut Bohwim was a Norwegian film director, screenwriter, actor, film editor and director, known for Olsen Gang.
Knut Bohwim (12 March 1931 – 16 June 2020 ) was a leading Norwegian film director. He co-founded the company Teamfilm A/S in 1962. His debut as film director was Operasjon Sjøsprøyt from 1964. He directed the war drama Det største spillet from 1967, about the double agent Gunvald Tomstad. He directed twelve films of the Olsenbanden series, the largest commercial success in Norwegian film history. Bohwim was awarded the Amanda Honorary Award in 1997, shared with Aud Schønemann. He was awarded the in 2019, along with Arne Lindtner Næss.
Writer Alexia Bohwim is his daughter.
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Who was Knut Bohwim?
Norwegian filmmaker (1931-2020)
When was Knut Bohwim born?
Knut Bohwim was born on 12 March 1931 in Oslo.
When did Knut Bohwim die?
Knut Bohwim died on 16 June 2020 in Oslo.
What was Knut Bohwim's occupation?
Knut Bohwim was a film director, screenwriter, actor, film editor and director.
What was Knut Bohwim known for?
Knut Bohwim was known for Olsen Gang.
What nationality was Knut Bohwim?
Knut Bohwim was Norwegian.
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