What is The Last Lieutenant?
Task: Write a factual overview of the film "The Last Lieutenant" (1993). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1993
- Release date
- Aug 27, 1993
- Genres
- Drama, War
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.4/10
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Task: Write a factual overview of the film "The Last Lieutenant" (1993).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed details (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Length: 150-190 words.
Tone: Meticulous archivist.
Title: The Last Lieutenant (Norwegian: Secondløitnanten).
Year: 1993.
Genre: Norwegian war drama.
Director: Hans Petter Moland.
Starring: Espen Skjønberg.
Release Date (Norway): 08/27/1993.
Runtime: 1h 42m.
Plot: An old sea-captain retires, but the following day the German WWII occupation of Norway begins. After kissing his wife goodbye, he goes to Army HQ. He finds a lack of leadership and morale that offends him, and people laugh at his outdated uniform and officer-rank. The character Secondloitnanten then finds and leads a private troop of volunteers against the German attack. The story follows a man who refuses to give up and fights for his country and his duty even when others leave.
Other info: Released in the USA with English subtitles.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline): The Last Lieutenant, also known by its Norwegian title Secondløitnanten,
Should you watch it?
“A retired sea captain defies occupation, rallying volunteers to resist the invading forces.”
- Shows a lone veteran’s resolve against overwhelming odds
- Depicts early WWII Norwegian resistance
- Features a stark portrayal of leadership challenges
- The deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate character-driven war stories about personal duty.
Contains wartime combat and somber themes, appropriate for older teens and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
What historical period does the film depict?
It is set during the German occupation of Norway at the start of World II.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and war film.
What age rating does the film have?
The film carries a 15 rating.
Does the story focus on a large army or an individual?
It follows a retired sea captain who leads a small group of volunteers against the occupiers.
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