Arctic

I usually like watching these types of 'survival' movies even though they always have the same plot, events and almost everything else is similar. This movie did not have any surprising elements that I hadn't seen before, but for some reason I didn't feel bored while watching it. I enjoyed it quite a lot even though you can expect what's coming. I think it's all because of the perfect performance of the actor. It's not a masterpiece, but it sure is worth your time. A great movie really.

This is one of those movies where afterwards you have to just sit and chill. It is very intense, in a real "slow burner" kind of way. For a movie with only about a coupe dozen spoken words, this is astonishingly well done.

After his plane crashes in the frozen Arctic, the solo pilot initially decides to stay with his plane. However, after a rescue attempt fails he is left with a badly injured person to care for, and she needs medical attention urgently. He decides to set out, with his patient, for the nearest likely source of help.

Great survival drama. Well told story by a writer-director, Joe Penna, who clearly respects the intelligence of his audience. No spoon-feeding of information, no easy outs, no unnecessary scenes. Good character engagement as we follow the adventures of the two stranded people, see their efforts to get to where they're going and will them on. The resourcefulness of Mads Mikkelsen's character helps too as you don't want all that effort and ingenuity wasted.

On that note, Mads Mikkelsen is great in the lead role. There's not much dialogue but he brings an unspoken empathy to his character, as he cares for the second person. That's one of the great things about the movie too, as it also makes you wonder what you would do in a similar situation.

Great film.

For a film with such a simple story and such little dialogue, 'Arctic' is successful at holding your attention throughout thanks to its compelling and well-told storyline. I initially thought this film was based on a true story - not sure why - but the fact I did probably shows how authentic and realistic 'Arctic' feels. It's a proper survival story without any Hollywood gloss.

The cinematography in 'Arctic' is excellent, capturing the stunning Arctic landscapes perfectly. It looks great and the bleak setting really adds to the mood of the film. Mads Mikkelsen is once again very impressive as the main (and for the most part only) character in the film.

'Arctic' is definitely worth watching - an all-round very good survival film that benefits from the simplicity of its plot. Well-made, well-acted and has no trouble in holding your attention from start to finish.

A great movie about resilience and our hypothetical ability to survive in a hostile environment. The film is captivating: you will be cold, you will be scared, you will be hungry, you will be exhausted, even within the cushioned armchair of your favorite movie theater. And Mads Mikkelsen is excellent, as usual.