Under sandet
As World War Two comes to an end, a group of German POWs, boys rather than men, are captured by the Danish army and forced to engage in a deadly task – to defuse and clear land mines from the Danish coastline. With little or no training, the boys soon discover that the war is far from over. Inspired by real events, Land of Mine exposes the untold story of one tragic moment in post-war history. (Festival information)
“Under Sandet” is excellent storytelling about a rather unknown dramatic post-WWII-event. The casting is perfectly matching the drama strengthened by outstanding photography and sound. The film pictures the dehumanisation of war, yet develops into a story of reconciliation and restorative justice. As “Under Sandet” is evolving from hate through sensibility towards compassion, it is an inspiring story even for today. Not only for individuals in a tensed global actuality, but also for societies, guiding out of ‘demonising the other’.