A War

– Company commander Claus Michael Pedersen and his men are stationed in Helmand, Afghanistan. Meanwhil..

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Movie
Rating:
7.10 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 55 Minutes
Release Year:
2015
Original Name:
Krigen
A War
A War (2015) - Also known as Krigen

Company commander Claus Michael Pedersen and his men are stationed in Helmand, Afghanistan. Meanwhile back in Denmark, with a husband at war and three children missing their father, everyday life is a struggle for Claus' wife Maria. During a routine mission, the soldiers are caught in heavy Taliban crossfire. In order to save his men, Claus makes a decision that ultimately sees him return to Denmark accused of a war crime.

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A War (2015) - Trailer

Release Date:

10 Sep 2015

Language:

Danish, Arabic, English

MPAA Content-Rating:
R – Restricted

Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

A War

A War
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Company commander Claus M. Pedersen (Pilou Asbæk) and his men are stationed in an Afghan province. Meanwhile back in Denmark Claus' wife Maria (Tuva Novotny) is trying to hold everyday life together with a husband at war and three children missing their father. During a routine mission, the soldiers are caught in heavy crossfire and in order to save his men, Claus makes a decision that has grave consequences for him - and his family back home.

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 7 wins & 25 nominations.

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.1/10
Metacritic:
81%

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