There are far too many things that are worse in life than being on a journey with Danish super talent Mads Mikkelsen (Hannibal, The Hunt).
And that is what this 98-minute movie is: an almost one-actor movie set in the arctic. Mikkelsen plays a man trying to survive a plane crash, which at some point becomes about deciding whether to embark on a dangerous journey or stay in the plane rubble and risk a slow death.
It’s an extremely well-acted movie with nail-biting suspense. Bonus fact: it received a 10-minute standing ovation when it premiered at the Cannes film festival this year.
"The movie really takes your mind off your own troubles. I liked it a lot."
— David Edelstein
"It's broad stuff, and well-trod terrain for a movie that takes place in uncharted territory, but it cuts straight to the difference between endurance and survival."
— David Ehrlich
A man stranded in the Arctic is finally about to receive his long awaited rescue. However, after a tragic accident, his opportunity is lost and he must then decide whether to remain in the relative safety of his camp or embark on a deadly trek through the unknown for potential salvation.
Berlin
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It was brilliant. It never quite went where i thought the plot would go. Mads and his co star were amazing.
Superb! I enjoyed it thoroughly. It may not be for everyone.But if you have liked Mads Mikkelsen in the past this may be his best work to date.
Put on a warm coat, make a cup of hot chocolate, and enjoy.
Excellent movie.
what a great movie