H.M. Kong Haakon VII
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The King's Choice (Norwegian: Kongens nei, meaning "The King's No") is a 2016 biographical war film directed by Erik Poppe. It is a co-production of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Ireland, and was selected as the Norwegian entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 89th Academy Awards.
Aug 22, 2017 · Based on a true story, the film depicts the dilemma faced by King Haakon VII of Norway in 1940, when Germany invaded his country and offered him a deal. Watch the trailer, see the cast and crew, read reviews and trivia, and find out more about the film's production and reception.
- (10K)
- Biography, Drama, History
- Erik Poppe
- 2017-08-22
The aging King Haakon VII (Jesper Christensen, in a towering performance) and his fiery son the Crown Prince Olav (Anders Baasmo Christensen) make a dramatic escape from the city into hiding ...
- 3 min
- 1.5M
- PalaceFilms
Page 1 of 6, 11 total items. In Theaters At Home TV Shows. The German war machine arrives in Oslo in April 1940, leaving Norway's king with a difficult choice that will change his country...
- (24)
- Jesper Christensen
- Erik Poppe
- War, History, Drama, Biography
Sep 22, 2017 · The film depicts the dilemma of King Haakon VII, who faces a choice between Nazi occupation and Norwegian resistance in 1940. It is a patriotic and realistic portrayal of a little-known episode of World War II, with excellent production values and acting.
Norway has been invaded by Germany and the royal family and government have fled into the interior. The German envoy to Norway tries to negotiate a peace. Ultimately, the decision on Norway's future will rest with the King. 518 IMDb 7.1 2 h 10 min 2017. X-Ray 13+.
Nov 23, 2016 · The King-electThe true story behind the democratically elected King Haakon of Norway and his escape from the Nazi German invasion during World War II
- 3 min
- 20.1K
- PARADOX FILM
