a-ha: Headlines and Deadlines Ending Explained: Video companion piece to the greatest hits album of the same name, featuring 16 tracks. Directed by Kevin Molony, this 1999 music film stars Morten Harket (Self), alongside Paul Waaktaar-Savoy as Self, Magne Furuholmen as Self, Béatrice Dalle as Girl ("Move to Memphis" Video). Rated 7.6/10 by audiences, the conclusion brings the story to a satisfying close.

What Happens at the End of a-ha: Headlines and Deadlines?

Video companion piece to the greatest hits album of the same name, featuring 16 tracks. The Norwegian pop group's first worldwide hit 'Take On Me' was backed by an award-winning, semi-animated video, and the band earned a reputation for producing innovative promos, many of which were presided over by Steve Barron, the director of 'Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles'.

Kevin Molony's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Morten Harket (Self)'s journey. The Norwegian pop group's first worldwide hit 'Take On Me' was backed by an award-winning, semi-animated video, and the band earned a reputation for producing innovative promos, many of which were presided over by Steve Barron, the director of 'Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles'.

How Does Morten Harket (Self)'s Story End?

  • Morten Harket: Morten Harket's arc reaches a definitive conclusion by the final act, with Kevin Molony delivering a resolution that feels earned after the film's 1h 13m runtime.
  • Paul Waaktaar-Savoy (Self): Paul Waaktaar-Savoy's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Magne Furuholmen (Self): Magne Furuholmen's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of a-ha: Headlines and Deadlines Mean?

The ending of a-ha: Headlines and Deadlines ties together the narrative threads involving Morten Harket. Kevin Molony chooses a conclusion that prioritizes thematic consistency over surprise, resulting in an ending that rewards viewers who engaged with the story's central themes.