Norway's first animated talk show where a cartoon captain roasts real celebrities. Chaos ensues.
Season 2 • Episode 3
LatestHalvseint is an animated satirical chatshow that premièred on the Norwegian TV channel NRK1 in 2007. The show is hosted by Captain Felix and his sidekick Amy who interview both known guests and fictional characters. Halvseint is the first animated series that NRK has produced. The first season constituted six 25 minute episodes and one Christmas special that aired December 24, 2007. The second season started April 3, 2008 and lasted four episodes.
Writing
Sharp improvised-feeling banter between cartoon hosts and real guests.
Production
Janky 2007 Flash animation that somehow enhances the anti-glamour satire.
Acting
Real Norwegian celebrities gamely playing along with animated absurdity.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Halvseint arrived during Norway's 'New Sincerity' comedy wave, mocking talk-show format worship while secretly loving it.
NRK's animation department basically didn't exist—creator Rolf Magne Helgeby reportedly animated much of season one alone on outdated software.
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