The Escape

Running time: 117 mins

Escaping from the terrorists who kidnapped her was only the beginning.

Danish journalist Rikke Lyngvig?s job makes her the perfect target for the Afghan terror group who takes her hostage and threatens to kill her if Denmark does not withdraw their troops from the country. However, with help from Nazir, a young terrorist who really isn?t cut out for the job, Rikke successfully flees her captivity. Her return home quickly launches Rikke?s career into the spotlight, but when Nazir turns up at her home after escaping himself, Rikke must make a choice: will she help the man who saved her life and jeopardize her newfound celebrity?

With her thought-provoking debut feature, director Kathrine Windfeld has crafted an unforgettable thriller closely tied to current world events and media sensationalism. With a superb cast, led by the stunning Iben Hjejle, The Escape will certainly strike a chord with many and leave viewers talking about it long after.

- Michael Rabehl