Critics appreciate its refusal to use simple "hero vs. villain" tropes, focusing instead on the messy reality of survival.

Karl Skov, a wealthy factory owner, cooperates with the Germans to protect his business and employees.

Some audience reviews on Letterboxd mention the movie feels overstuffed with too many characters and lacks clear emotional investment.

While Karl profits from the occupation, his children react differently—some join the resistance, while others deal with the social fallout of collaboration. Review Highlights