How about a Nordic version of Greyhound?
It's 1942, and the Allies are trying to get supplies to the Russians, via naval convoy. However, the British, who are providing cover, get word that a big German warship is coming, and decide to peace out leaving the convoy on its own. We follow one Nordic ship as they decide to continue their mission, although not with everyone on the same page. So much so we get drama from the captain and second officer having different plans and different chances to be in charge.
This movie brings you in. We are just following one ship, but we get the sense of how the entire fleet feels... until everything is broken up. As ever with good drama, you can agree with the different people's decisions and while some people are very definite in their opinions, it is hard to say anyone is particularly "right" or "wrong".
One unusual thing... there was a woman in the crew! Two amazing things, a) I couldn't imagine an US crew doing that, and b) no-one acted creepy towards her, she was just another character with her own things going on. Oh, such a world we can live in...
So enjoyable if you are looking for a good not-english drama movie.
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