THE PROMISED LAND
From director Nikolaj Arcel (A ROYAL AFFAIR) comes a masterfully crafted epic in the style of a Nordic Western.
In 1755, the impoverished Captain Ludvig Kahlen sets out to conquer the harsh, uninhabitable Danish heath, on which seemingly nothing will grow, with a seemingly impossible goal; to build a colony in the name of the King. In exchange, he’ll receive a desperately desired Royal name for himself. But the sole ruler of the area, the merciless Frederik de Schinkel, arrogantly believes this land belongs to him. When de Schinkel learns that the maid Ann Barbara and her serf husband have escaped for refuge with Kahlen, the privileged and spiteful ruler swears revenge, doing everything in his power to drive the captain away. Kahlen will not be intimated and takes up the unequal battle - not only risking his life, but also the family of outsiders that has formed around him.
IN CINEMAS JUNE 20
Running Time: 127 Minutes
Rating: MA 15+
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Good story and cast but not English
Awesome drams
Wonderful historical drama
This was amazing show casing so duality. Life and death. Family and loneliness. Fame and famine. Also ends on a surprisingly uplifting note.
Great historical drama. Well acted.
Great performances and an interesting film for lovers of historical drama
Compelling and enthralling storyline and characters. A well made period drama.
A stark, daunting win-lose piece of historical fiction… great acting - the heroes - the villains - the struggle - the absolute power and brutality of the elite - lack of justice for the common man. So much trauma…. walked away after he achieved so much. Found the girl and they rode in to a new life hopefully or will they be forever looking over their shoulders? A series perhaps?
Gripping story, fantastic acting. Very moving.
Good film, the ending just dragged
Stunning cinematography
was not expecting much and then as totally enthralled by the story
A powerful, gripping story beautifully told.
Great film, loved it.
Excellent film a must see
Great story
Outstanding movie! It had me totally engaged. It touched on all the emotions and challenges of life
An excellent film! Mads Mikkelsen was outstanding.
A very good film, atmospheric and holds your attention throughout. Great story. Always interesting to see the work of European film makers.
Outstanding performance by Mads Mikkelsen. I enjoyed every minute of it.
Excellent film.
Gripping story, kept me entertained throughout. Highly recommend
A beautiful melancholic film.
A film about love and what matters in life.
Visually gorgeous
A tense historical drama with great actors. Recommended!