Whilst expanding my knowledge of world cinema, films from Scandinavia really know how to work your emotions. I have certainly felt satisfied more than anything else when checking out films from this part of the world.
For this one, it does subtely build its foundations with a slow-burn beginning. The once a certain revelation is revealed, that then puts the film in motion.
For the rest of the film, every aspect is gradually elevated to a very moving and impactful finale. This reminded me a lot of a fairly recent British film 'Ordrinary Love'. The effectiveness of the situations portrayed on screen made it very grounded and authentic. I can see working with many demographics as many will have been part of similar scenarios.
The performances of the entire cast made this really work. Andrea Braein Hovig was great in the lead. The reactions she gave during her character's struggles elevated the film's authenticity and the chemistry with Scandinavian acting icon Stella Skarsgard was incredibly believable. Despite the rest of minor cast not getting many moments to shine on screen, they all did their job of adding those small touches to make this the complete package.
The way director Maria Sodahl and her team executed everything felt so gripping, it had me invested and on the edge of my seat praying no more bad news will be announced.
Yes, it's something we've seen before in film. But when it feels so real, it will always strike a chord with many people and this is no different.
Rating: 8/10
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