Company commander Claus Pedersen and his men are stationed in Afghanistan. Back in Denmark, Claus’ wife and three kids are struggling. During a routine mission, the soldiers are caught in a crossfire. To save his men, Claus makes a decision that ultimately sees him return home accused of war crimes.

Frequent Thomas Vinterberg collaborator Tobias Lindholm follows his impressive debut A Hijacking with this nuanced, nail-biting sophomore feature. Part-thriller, part-courtroom drama, this war story more remarkable and rich for its characterisation, never shying away from difficult questions.