Gold Run

I love a good war movie and this is one of them! Based on a true story...

The story: Norwegians have to safeguard their countries biggest gold supply from when the Nazis invade their country at the very start of World War II. Will they be able to flee with the gold transport to Sweden before the Nazis take hold of it? THAT's the contineous CLIFFHANGER...

The good; I would like to award it 7,5 stars. It's contineous suspense and solid acting performances and a tightknit direction with beautiful photography are to be thanked for that.

Any bad? The leading actor isnt the most charismatic Norwegian actor. The story furthermore does not tread new roads in the war movie genre. It's kind of a formula picture, but a really solid one.

The transport of the Norwegian gold and silver which started on the day Norway got occupied by the German war machine April 9th 1940 is an amazing story, but the story seem to be over dramatized.

The film is well made, with solid effects and good quality, and this is in fact the mot expensive Norwegian move made for streaming ever, made by Viaplay for their streaming services all across.

A solid A-team of Norwegian actors are doing well in the movie, but it's sad that a couple of them, especially Axel Bøyum is acting this as it was a comedy. Why?

Well, that said. Apart from this the film is rather entertaining, and it does what it should; Make you read about the true story.

Gulltrasnpoten presents a thrilling narrative centered around the historical transport of Norway's gold reserve amidst the chaos of World War II. Jon Oigarden delivers a compelling performance as Fredrik Haslund, leading the charge to safeguard the nation's wealth from the encroaching German forces. Supported by a strong ensemble cast including Ida Elise Broch and Sven Nordin, the film navigates the perilous journey with tension and suspense.

Visually, the movie captures the intensity of the era with impressive cinematography and meticulous attention to detail. The Norwegian landscape serves as a stark backdrop to the unfolding drama, enhancing the authenticity of the wartime setting. Directorial choices effectively convey the urgency of the mission, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats throughout.

Despite its historical basis, "Gulltrasnpoten " occasionally takes liberties with the events, amplifying the drama to cinematic proportions. While this may detract from the overall accuracy, it adds to the entertainment value, offering a thrilling ride for viewers. The inclusion of comedic elements provides a welcome contrast to the tension, adding depth to the characters and their interactions.

Overall, the movie succeeds as a gripping war thriller, offering audiences a compelling glimpse into a lesser-known chapter of history. While some performances may falter and dramatic embellishments abound, the film delivers an engaging cinematic experience that resonates long after the credits roll.

I am shocked by the negative reviews here and I'm wondering whether we watched the same film! I was on the edge of my seat throughout, the characters were excellent and I could feel their pain, frustration and joy. It opened my eyes to a piece of history that I knew very little about and it left me feeling so grateful for the comfort we live in today.

The characters were relatable and human. I felt a connection to each one, in particular Haslund. The cast did an excellent job in bringing them to life and within minutes I was truly rooting for each character. They are both likeable and yet fallible, and I think it is the characters that really make the film great.

I'll admit that the plot is simple, but I don't think that this is a bad thing. It was still filled with drama and emotion and it was thrilling and engaging throughout. The simpler plot also allowed for the characters to be explored more, and this they did well so I never felt bored.

This may not technically be the best film ever made, but this is still one of my favourites. I felt drawn into this film and I felt the highs and the lows of the characters and their journey. Perhaps it could have been more complex, perhaps it could have been deeper, but I don't think it needed to be. It was engaging, emotional and exciting, and I don't think a film can be anything more than that.

The story sounds risky as a movie but rather early in the film solid characters are established and as much drama and fun as possible is generated from the events that actually took place. The best bits are, rather unlikely, entirely true, like the presence of the poet.

The suspence is constantly turned up as the reality of invasion becomes more and more serious. The action parts are spectacular and very well directed, always cranking up the emotional investment and describing civilian angst in a nation that hadn't seen war for over 100 years.

This was an very enjoyable movie, only held back by some slighter predictabilities with character developments.