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Romanian Parents Detained, Children Fostered; Mungiu Debuts “Fjord” at Cannes

5/19/2026

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Romanian parents Mihai Gheorghiu and Lisbet Gheorghiu are detained in Norway and their children are placed with foster families.
Officer Gunda interviews the children after a bruise is found on daughter Elia.
Prosecutor Jacobsen argues that the family’s religious discipline conflicts with Norwegian norms.
Headmaster Mats and his wife Mia become involved following the bruise report.
Director-screenwriter Cristian Mungiu premieres “Fjord” in Competition at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

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Story summary

Romanian parents Mihai Gheorghiu and Lisbet Gheorghiu are detained in Norway and their children are placed with foster families.
Officer Gunda interviews the children after a bruise is found on daughter Elia.
Prosecutor Jacobsen argues that the family’s religious discipline conflicts with Norwegian norms.
Headmaster Mats and his wife Mia become involved following the bruise report.
Director-screenwriter Cristian Mungiu premieres “Fjord” in Competition at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.