This is definitely the most realistic narration of the Norway terror attacks, as we see it through the eyes of the public, and through crucial public figures that show all the necessary aspects of the events. This series doesn't try to be cinematic, but rather tries to show exactly how the situation was through solid and sourceful material, which I respect.
Not showing the shooting on the island was the right decision, since it would not serve any purpose. It would just be a thrilling sequence of children dying, which I feel inhumane of showing. However, the scene where they go around the island and reveal the number of bodies that have been found is really powerful and gut-wrenching.
People are saying that the actors are amateur and don't stand out, but boy how they are wrong. The best actors are the ones that can act out real human emotions, which are exaggerated in the American show business. I feel every actor in the series accomplishes that, especially the brother of the girl who died in Utoya, god how his performance made me cry.
All in all, this series made me learn more about the attack, and shows how important unity is in hard times. Thank you NRK for this well-producted show, thank you!
Not showing the shooting on the island was the right decision, since it would not serve any purpose. It would just be a thrilling sequence of children dying, which I feel inhumane of showing. However, the scene where they go around the island and reveal the number of bodies that have been found is really powerful and gut-wrenching.
People are saying that the actors are amateur and don't stand out, but boy how they are wrong. The best actors are the ones that can act out real human emotions, which are exaggerated in the American show business. I feel every actor in the series accomplishes that, especially the brother of the girl who died in Utoya, god how his performance made me cry.
All in all, this series made me learn more about the attack, and shows how important unity is in hard times. Thank you NRK for this well-producted show, thank you!