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wendy86
anderskorsgaard
Anders Korsgaard Pedersen
rated 9

A rough and honost portrayal of fsrming life in the 1700 on the moor in Jutland, Denmark. Mikkelsen is fantastic and Arcel is once again directing an almost flawless period drama. The narrative is touching abd interesting till the end. Let's ...

1 year ago
steven133
ed31
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45864
rated 6

Good plot

1 year ago
elijah17

Cast & Crew

Nikolaj Arcel
Director
Mads Mikkelsen
As Ludvig Kahlen
Søren Malling
As Paulli
Magnus Krepper
As Hector
Finn Nielsen
As Estate Owner
Jacob Ulrik Lohmann
As Trappaud
Martin Feifel
As Colonist Klein

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In the year 1755, Captain Ludvig Kahlen embarks on a daring quest to cultivate the barren Danish heath and establish a colony in the king's name. Driven by dreams of wealth and nobility, he soon finds himself at odds with the ruthless landowner Frederik de Schinkel, who sees Kahlen's ambitions as a direct threat to his dominance. As tensions escalate, Kahlen navigates not only the harsh realities of a daunting landscape but also complex human relationships that challenge his sense of justice and duty. With illegal workers by his side, including two desperate fugitives seeking refuge, he faces relentless opposition from foes intent on preserving their power. This gripping tale intertwines ambition with survival against nature’s fury and societal constraints, exploring what it truly means to pursue your dreams in a world rife with adversity.

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