Into the Darkness 2020
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 152 minutes
- Director
- Anders Refn
- Network
- Space Rocket Nation
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Into the Darkness?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Into the Darkness" (2020). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 152 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 9, 2020
- Original language
- DA
- Origin
- Denmark
- Studios
- Space Rocket Nation
- Genres
- Drama, War, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 51 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~152 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Space Rocket Nation
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Into the Darkness" (2020).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
Use only verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing of titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Into the Darkness (Danish: De forbandede år – "the cursed years").
Year: 2020.
Genre: Drama, War, and History.
Director: Anders Refn.
Origin: Danish film.
Runtime: 2h 32m.
Release Date: 01/09/2020 (DK).
Plot/Subject: Follows the Skov family during the first years of Denmark's involvement in World War II, starting from the German invasion in April 1940.
Character: Karlskov, a self-made, successful owner of a large electronics factory. He has a wife and five children.
Setting: They live on Strandvejen north of Copenhagen.
Conflict: After the Nazis occupy Denmark in April 1940, Karl struggles to continue factory production. To
Should you watch it?
“A successful factory owner faces a moral crisis when the Nazi occupation of Denmark forces difficult choices.”
- Explores the complex ethical compromises of business owners during wartime occupation.
- Provides a detailed look at the impact of the 1940 German invasion on a Danish family.
- Directed by Anders Refn as the first installment of a two-part historical narrative.
- The two-hour and thirty-two-minute runtime may be challenging for viewers seeking a faster pace.
Watch it if you are interested in nuanced historical dramas that examine the personal toll of political collaboration.
The film maintains a serious, dramatic tone with a deliberate, steady pace suitable for mature audiences interested in history.
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Where can I stream Into the Darkness?
Streaming availability varies by region, but platforms such as Plex may provide access to the film.
Is this film worth watching?
It is recommended for viewers who appreciate historical dramas that focus on moral ambiguity and the domestic impact of war.
How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of 2 hours and 32 minutes.
Are there other films in this series?
Yes, this is the first of two films that follow the Skov family through the years of the German occupation.
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