Krigen

"Duty goes beyond the battlefield."

Sep 10 2015 R 1h 55m
Crime, Drama, Thriller

Company commander Claus Michael Pedersen and his men are stationed in Helmand, Afghanistan. Meanwhile back in Denmark, with a husband at war and three children missing their father, everyday life is a struggle for Claus' wife Maria. During a routine mission, the soldiers are caught in heavy Taliban crossfire. In order to save his men, Claus makes a decision that ultimately sees him return to Denmark accused of a war crime.

Plot

Company commander Claus M. Pedersen (Pilou Asbæk) and his men are stationed in an Afghan province. Meanwhile back in Denmark Claus' wife Maria (Tuva Novotny) is trying to hold everyday life together with a husband at war and three children missing their father. During a routine mission, the soldiers are caught in heavy crossfire and in order to save his men, Claus makes a decision that has grave consequences for him - and his family back home.

Written by

Tobias Lindholm

Directed by

Tobias Lindholm

Production Countries

Denmark

Production Companies

Nordisk Film, AZ Celtic Films

Languages

Español, Dansk, English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 8 wins & 26 nominations total

Scores
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11,612
Average Rating
7 out of 10
Metascore
81
Popularity
NA