This is a historical drama set in Denmark in the 1700's.
A recently discharged Captain has a dream to create a farm on the inhabitable moorland of what is now Jutland.
He knows the King of Denmark is keen to expand into the area and he requests permission to build a house and to farm the land.
He gets it because the belief is it's impossible to farm the moorlands and it's no loss for the crown to gamble on him.
The movie takes us on a journey of a decent , honest man who rose from the ranks to achieve a commission in the army which at the time was very rare.
This venture pits his honour and morals against riches and coercion from established landowners who all plot his downfall.
The acting is excellent and the characters are all interesting with back stories.
The challenges and decisions he has to make are sometimes unbearable to watch but the screenplay is so well written and executed that it is a joy to watch.
All will feel emotions when watching this movie.
The cinematography is first class.
This movie has been submitted for the 2024 Oscar's as best international film , it is a strong contender.
Highly recommended.
A recently discharged Captain has a dream to create a farm on the inhabitable moorland of what is now Jutland.
He knows the King of Denmark is keen to expand into the area and he requests permission to build a house and to farm the land.
He gets it because the belief is it's impossible to farm the moorlands and it's no loss for the crown to gamble on him.
The movie takes us on a journey of a decent , honest man who rose from the ranks to achieve a commission in the army which at the time was very rare.
This venture pits his honour and morals against riches and coercion from established landowners who all plot his downfall.
The acting is excellent and the characters are all interesting with back stories.
The challenges and decisions he has to make are sometimes unbearable to watch but the screenplay is so well written and executed that it is a joy to watch.
All will feel emotions when watching this movie.
The cinematography is first class.
This movie has been submitted for the 2024 Oscar's as best international film , it is a strong contender.
Highly recommended.