April 1940. Norway has been invaded by Germany and King Haakon VII, the royal family and government have fled into the interior of the country. The German envoy to Norway, Curt Brauer, tries to negotiate a peace. Ultimately, the decision on Norway's future will rest with the King.
Based on history, with some degree of dramatization, quite interesting and edifying. I would consider myself a history buff, especially a military history and WW2 buff, but wasn't that familiar with the political machinations that occurred after Germany invaded Norway. Makes you realise the choices rulers have to make when something like this happens, and the repercussions thereof.
While interesting, not always engaging. The first 75% or so is quite slow and dry, being told in blow-by-blow, bullet-point-like fashion. The final few scenes are quite powerful though and ram home how crucial the King's choice was, and the ethics behind it.
A film that will probably resonate more with Norwegians but worth watching by history buffs too.
Based on history, with some degree of dramatization, quite interesting and edifying. I would consider myself a history buff, especially a military history and WW2 buff, but wasn't that familiar with the political machinations that occurred after Germany invaded Norway. Makes you realise the choices rulers have to make when something like this happens, and the repercussions thereof.
While interesting, not always engaging. The first 75% or so is quite slow and dry, being told in blow-by-blow, bullet-point-like fashion. The final few scenes are quite powerful though and ram home how crucial the King's choice was, and the ethics behind it.
A film that will probably resonate more with Norwegians but worth watching by history buffs too.