A young Danish writer, Espen Arnakke, struggles with his identity and creative authenticity in 1930s Norway. Despite his non-fiction focus, he's haunted by a painful past and the judgment of a harsh book critic. Seeking truth, Espen shares his memoirs with Johan's girlfriend, Jenny, revealing a tumultuous journey from a stifling Danish upbringing to a new life in Newfoundland. But as Jenny reads on, she begins to question Espen's honesty, threatening to upend his fragile sense of self.
Misery Harbour
Espen Arnakke, a promising young writer, struggles to overcome the harsh critiques of renowned book reviewer Johan Hoeg, who has been dismissive of Espen's work since his literary debut in 1932.