Hammarskjöld: Fight for Peace

Hammarskjöld: Fight for Peace

2023 · 114 min · SV · PG-13 · 6.3 (45 votes)
Dir. Per Fly · Starring Mikael Persbrandt, Francis Chouler, Cian Barry, Colin Salmon, Sara Soulié, Hakeem Kae-Kazim · Music Raymond Enoksen

“The Swede who challenged world politics.”

ThrillerDramaHistory

Set in Cold War in 1961, follows the story of diplomat and economist Dag Hammarskjöld, who boards a plane in a desperate attempt to negotiate a ceasefire from his enemies after he leads UN troops into their first wartime operation.

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This is a tense, grave, and suspenseful political thriller, immersing you in the high-stakes world of Cold War diplomacy. It's a propulsive historical drama, rich with character-driven idealism against immense global pressures. Expect a somber, urgent feel, ideal for a focused, thought-provoking watch.

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