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While a huge improvement over movies like Kampen om Narvik, it is obvious that this movie got rewritten several times and changed direction. While the movie still manages to have a grip on the audience in terms of suspense, some of its plot points do not hold up well. It seems the movie went from the idea of a captivating war movie to budget restraints, forcing the movie makers to focus on interpersonal differences between the captain and his crew. That is something i feel detracts from the story, and it also is writing that has been done to death in other movies like Crimson tide. All in all, if you want to see a bit of WWII action, watch this, but if you rather would like something more believable and historically more accurate, then watch Krigsseileren any day over this.

With a dash of sheer luck, I happened to stumble upon the 2023 movie "Konvoi" (aka "The Arctic Convoy"). Now, I hadn't heard about the movie, nor did I know that it was a Norwegian movie, as the version I had the chance to sit down and watch was titled "The Arctic Convoy".

And I was quite surprised to find out that it was a Norwegian movie, and I was even more impressed by how intense and well-told this movie was. Writers Lars Gudmestad, Harald Rosenløw-Eeg and Christian Siebenherz put together quite a script and storyline for the movie, which is based on actual events. And with it being based on actual events just made the movie all the more impactful.

I have to say that director Henrik Martin Dahlsbakken really impressed me twice over with this movie. This movie just came out of nowhere and left a big impression on me. And it was an amazingly entertaining and enjoyable movie, given its storyline and the cinematography. It felt like I was onboard the vessel with the crew, and that certainly added to the overall enjoyment of the movie.

I wasn't familiar with the cast ensemble in the movie. But the actors and single actress in the movie really carried it phenomenally. They put on great performances and it was definitely memorable performances that shined on the screen. I was really impressed with the sheer level of talents that participated in the acting here.

Visually then "Konvoi" was great. It was an intense movie, and it was filmed in a very dynamic way, that made it feel like the audience were right there alongside the crew and part of the action.

If you have the opportunity to sit down and watch "Konvoi", then I would wholeheartedly recommend that you do so. I was really impressed and surprised with how this movie played out and what it turned out to be.

Norwegian cinema really has churned out some interesting movies over the recent years.

My rating of "Konvoi" lands on a most well-deserved seven out of ten stars.

A significant and historic film, in addition to being very good for a Norwegian production.

The tribute to the soldiers' efforts is well done, and the acting and tension are strong throughout the movie - it's surprisingly varied, considering the action takes place on a ship during WWII.

It's also nice to see that Norwegian films are becoming so good, with excellent acting and storytelling.

However, the sound quality is surprisingly poor, which, unfortunately, is not uncommon in Norwegian films. The dialogue is too quiet, while the explosions are too loud and jarring.

Aside from that, this is an important and well-made film that maintains a high standard overall. And a special tribute to those who honor our real heroes from the 1940s.

In addition, it's refreshingly bold to see criticism of the Norwegian government's efforts - and their fleeing from Norway - which is something many have thought before but not voiced so openly.

Watched the movie on bluray (upscaled to 4k), the movie was ok, abit overhyped in Norwegian media, they portray it as the best war movie ever made. The vfx/special effects looks very high quality, there are some scenes that have that fake look from cgi, but most people likely won't see it. The movie should have been longer, the story was cut short at the end of the movie and other scenes. Maybe it was a budget decision, many Norwegian movies always end the movie to early and we don't to see the ending and only get the ending in text. Also wish they would release this movie in 4k bluray, but there's little to none Nordic movies released in 4k format sadly.

My father was an engineer on a Norwegian Merchant Marine ship during WWII (although not in the arctic region that I know of). His ships were wrecked three times, yet he managed to survive. He didn't talk too much about what he went through, yet it was evident that he was deeply troubled by what he saw and went through. After the war, he moved to the US. Decades later, the Norwegian government sent him medals for his service. He through them into a drawer, forgotten until after his death. Seeing this movie gave insight into what he may have experienced. It was beautifully filmed, and well acted. Glad I watched it, yet depressing too.

If you liked Das Boot, you'll love The Arctic Convoy!

This film was riveting from beginning to end and had me on the edge of my seat.

Casting and performances were first rate, as was the cinematography, and timing.

Based on a true story- 23 out of 35 merchant ships were sunk during Convoy PQ 17!

While he did not take part in any of the WW2 convoys, my father served in the merchant marine in the 1930s sailing through Arctic waters and often told me about the bitter cold and fear of ice.

Combine that with the threat from German planes and U-boats, and the real world voyage must have been very traumatic!

Highly recommended!

The Arctic Convoy delivers a tense, atmospheric look at WWII naval warfare from a fresh, Norwegian perspective. While clearly inspired by Greyhound, it doesn't try to be a copy - instead, it leans into the harsh beauty of the Arctic, the moral weight of command, and the fragile humanity aboard cold steel vessels.

The film focuses on the perilous journey of a convoy heading to Murmansk, constantly under threat from German submarines and bombers. It's less about flashy action, more about survival, tension, and duty. The visuals are impressive for a non-Hollywood production, with solid CGI and a cold, immersive tone. Performances are strong, though character development feels a bit rushed at times.

Yes, it's not Greyhound in terms of polish or pace, but it has heart, grit, and authenticity. If you enjoy war dramas with a slower burn and a focus on atmosphere over spectacle, this one's worth your time.

Verdict: Not a blockbuster, but a chillingly effective naval thriller from the North.

...and have watched enough films to know a good one when I see one. All films, even, The Sound of Music, present at least one conflict and in the lesser movies, that single conflict is always resolved and the ending is happy. There is a good element and a bad element and good guys win.

In more complex films, there are often multiple conflicts with multiple layers of good and bad. The resolution to the conflicts isn't always clear and good vs bad is may be difficult to discern. A resolution to the conflicts may not be evident.

Such is the case in The Arctic Convoy. Don't expect clear cut good vs evil and don't expect to know the "right thing to do."

The story is outstanding. The acting is first rate. Cinematography and special effects are at the least adequate and actually quite good considering the cold, gray arctic backdrop they had to work with. Sound is excellent.

I seldom rate a film over 7 and in this case was tempted to offer a 9 but I haven't slept on it yet so I backed off to an 8. I think most viewers will enjoy it.

A film with which one can build a kind of emotional bond, additionally depicting true events at sea. The topic of the Battle of the Atlantic might seem simple to execute-showing, for example, the fate of a surface or submarine crew-but in reality, it isn't. To date, we can distinguish only two films that accurately depict the realities of the Battle of the Atlantic or similar naval battles: Das Boot from 1981, which lets us smell the damp cloth on the deck of a U-boat, feeling moments of joy with the crew and sharing in their defeats; and the film U-571 from 2000, which, although it depicts a fictional mission to capture the Enigma, conveys the drama of combat well. Someone might ask why I don't consider the film Greyhound from 2020, despite ever-improving technology that allows for computer-generated film production and a budget 319% larger than Das Boot. The sight of all those generated ships is almost painful to look at and almost begs to be placed only in a game. The narrative and scenes are so heavily filled with American bravado.

How does this compare to the film under discussion? We are given a production that, with a well-chosen soundtrack adding tension and drama, holds us in suspense even through small events. Grayish, muted images spread across the screen, enhancing the atmosphere of the moments being experienced. The crew is starving, exhausted, and unlucky; time spent at sea breaks their spirits, and the accompanying thought that the ship could become a floating coffin only deepens this feeling. Meanwhile, a tense atmosphere builds nearby in the cabin, where the captains cannot reach mutual agreement on the actions to take. All this unfolds within the mission to deliver battle supplies to the Soviet Union.

In summary, I must admit that I was quite positively surprised watching this film, despite my earlier doubts. I would even say that if the film had been stretched out a bit longer, presenting real events, it would still be enjoyable to watch.

Most of the crew are not believable in their roles, except perhaps the AA gunner. The rest are lackluster. They might be great actors, but they are not believable as ships crew in a war setting, or ships crew anywhere for that matter. They lack any of the elements that would indicate them as seamen, there's many small subtle shibboleths, and none of them are present.

For now, Das Boot is still the only production that has a believable cast set in WW2 outside of the English language space, with Greyhound in the ELS. This show left a lot to be desired which is a shame given the huge budget and FX.

Das Boot Franchise has greatly interested me in WWII naval warfare. I had to wait almost 8 months to watch the Konvoi. Tobias Santelmann is one of the leading actors in Norway. There are many TV series where you can watch him with different roles such as being a Viking leader, a serial killer, or a murder suspect who belongs to the LGBT community. Hence, Santelmann is really a gifted actor. In this movie, he is AWESOME because he portrays a second captain on a cargo ship that is trying to send supplies to the Soviet Union against Nazi Germany. This movie is a gem and watch it because you learn things about the unknown heroes of WW2.

With so many good stories to choose from that REALLY happened, stories with depth and character, this director thought it was a good idea to just throw together some cliches and build some kind of "Ikea-style war-movie".

The acting, the cinematography and special effects are decent enough. The film-editing, however is terrible.

Unfortunately I had to watch this movie in the English dubbed-version. I don't like dubbed movies anyway, but this one was the perfect example why dubs are usually bad. The voice acting is of really low quality, but what did they use to translate? Even Google Translate does a better job that this. Eight out of every ten sentences contained translation errors. Simple errors that someone who knows Norwegian and has a little bit of knowledge about Atlantic convoys during WW2 would mever make - and that really damaged the impact of some of the better monologues the movie has to offer.

This movie is a forgettable "Das Boot"-imitation. No depth, no story....basically a waste of time.

Piloting boats and being seaman in WW2 was an extremely dangerous job. This film encapsulates entirely how dangerous this job is. To the most extreme horrors of merchant shipping life.

The only annoyance in the movie is the sheer lack of cargo in the hold. It is not accurate and otherwise the movie is great with loads of authentic props and a great storyline.

Acting is superb. It really creates emotion and tensions and you can feel that you are a member of the crew. The camerawork is great. You can almost feel the vibrating engine and the deck shaking in your room.

It's got a little CGI but it is done properly and well. I don't know the budget of this movie but I guess it is not a gret deal. It is done well and executed well. The Director is definitely one-to-watch!

A strong effort!

I was not expecting much after reading the reviews here, but after watching this fine film, I found three reason made it a truly superior war film.

1) Don't get me wrong, as it was more of a thinking person's war film than an action film , but the action was well paced with excellent production values.

2) What I thought moved this past other war films was the question of leadership not being as "black and white" as a GOOD brave captain and a BAD scared first mate. The final thoughts as to this leadership nuance was a much needed welcomed change over most war films.

3) And the true story of a critically much needed supply line to the war effort was also a theme seldom used for war films.

I gave it a 9, though it's probably more of a 7+ but I hated seeing such unfair low scores for a quality made film with a solid cast and story.

The movie is a testament to the power of understated storytelling, combining atmospheric cinematography, nuanced performances, and immersive sound design to bring a lesser-known chapter of World War II history to life.

One of the film's most striking achievements is its cinematography. The Arctic expanse is captured in all its desolate, unforgiving beauty-gray, muted tones dominate the screen, mirroring the psychological and physical toll on the crew. The cinematographic choices reinforce the claustrophobia of life at sea, making the audience feel the weight of each decision, each moment of uncertainty. This is not a film that relies on visual grandeur; rather, it employs subtle framing and intimate close-ups to convey the tension simmering beneath the surface.

The performances are uniformly excellent, led by Tobias Santelmann, whose portrayal of the ship's second captain is layered with quiet intensity. Santelmann has built a reputation as one of Norway's most versatile actors, and in Konvoi, he delivers a performance that is both restrained and deeply affecting. The film benefits from an ensemble cast that never falls into the trap of melodrama; instead, they embody a group of men struggling with exhaustion, fear, and moral dilemmas in an environment where survival is never guaranteed.

Technically, Konvoi is impressive. The practical effects are well executed, and while CGI is used sparingly, it is done with a level of realism that enhances rather than detracts from the film's immersion. The film avoids the overly polished, hyper-stylized aesthetic of big-budget Hollywood war films, opting instead for a raw, almost documentary-like feel. The sound design deserves particular praise-every creak of the ship, every distant explosion, and every muffled conversation contributes to the film's tension. However, the sound mixing is at times uneven, a common issue in Norwegian productions, where dialogue can occasionally be overshadowed by environmental sounds.

Dahlsbakken's direction ensures that Konvoi never succumbs to sentimentality. The film presents a morally complex narrative, eschewing clear-cut heroism in favor of a more nuanced exploration of duty, survival, and the psychological cost of war. It does not provide easy resolutions, nor does it adhere to traditional wartime storytelling tropes. This ambiguity, paired with the film's technical strengths, makes Konvoi an engaging and emotionally resonant experience.

While Konvoi may not have the spectacle of Greyhound or the psychological depth of Das Boot, it holds its own as a compelling addition to the war film genre. It is a film that respects its audience's intelligence, offering an experience that is both visually striking and thematically rich.