As a follower who has witnessed countless stories of human resilience and struggle, I find myself deeply moved by the upcoming drama “Safe House.” Having spent my formative years idealistically believing that the world was progressing towards peace and prosperity, it’s heartening to see films like this that remind us of the stark realities that lie beneath the surface.
A tense clash between a Muslim man and a Christian crowd is central to “Safe House,” an upcoming dramatic production by Norwegian director Eirik Svensson. This movie, represented internationally by TrustNordisk, was recently displayed among works-in-progress at the Finnish Film Affair in Helsinki.
The movie “Safe House” is inspired by the true events surrounding Lindis Hurum, a Norwegian employee of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders), who was in the Central African Republic during the outbreak of civil war in 2013 and served as its basis.
The narrative takes place on Christmas Eve at a makeshift hospital near a refugee camp’s outskirts, in the city of Bangui. Hurum and her dedicated coworkers are working relentlessly to save lives, when suddenly a terrified Muslim man bursts into the clinic, escaping from a violent Christian mob chasing him. As the hostile crowd swells outside, a Christian militia demands they hand over the man, threatening to execute him on the spot. With the knowledge that her decision to save his life could potentially endanger herself and her entire team, Hurum – portrayed by Kristine Kujath Thorp – must make a swift decision.
I’m excited to be part of the upcoming movie titled “Safe House,” which marks my sixth feature film project. Previously, I’ve worked on films like “One Night In Oslo” and the Holocaust drama “Betrayed.” This film is a collaborative effort with Catrin Gundersen and Hugo Hagermann Fosker, produced by Fantefilm from Norway (known for “The Arctic Convoy” and “The North Sea”). It’s scheduled for a local release in early 2025 by Nordisk Film.
As I was growing up, I believed that our world would steadily improve and become safer each year, and that it was possible to achieve a peaceful world free from hunger and disasters. However, recent events have shown us that peace, our shared sense of humanity, and the value of every individual should not be underestimated. This story is one of many overlooked or quickly forgotten tales from recent years, but it is worth remembering and sharing.
The film ‘Safe House’ is inspired by Hurum’s autobiographical book titled ‘There Is No One Else — There Is Only Us,’ which chronicles her personal accounts as a humanitarian worker during various crises such as the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, the civil war in Central African Republic, the Ebola outbreak in Liberia from 2014 to 2016, and the refugee crisis in the Mediterranean.
Speaking about “a nearly untold battle in one of the world’s least-explored countries,” Svensson expressed his desire to share his experience from the viewpoint of humanitarian workers and native residents. This approach, he hoped, would allow viewers to deeply empathize with the individuals who have been affected by war.
He expressed that this topic served as a platform for everyone to consider our individual roles in shaping a better, different world, or at least making a positive impact on others’ lives. This movie isn’t just meant to educate or illuminate the audience; it also aims to stir our personal and emotional involvement. We reside in an era saturated with media images and news stories that can be overwhelmingly frightening and desensitizing.
He expressed his expectation that the film will offer a vibrant and authentic portrayal of the daily life and challenges faced by humanitarian workers. He pointed out an interesting aspect often overlooked: nine times out of ten, these aid workers are local residents themselves. Therefore, the story also sheds light on how a local community grapples with conflict that rips them apart.
In the lead role for the film vying for the 2023 Venice Golden Lion, “The Promised Land,” directed by Thorp, is an ensemble of actors from various countries. This group includes Bibi Tanga, Alexander Karim, Tracy Gotoas, Alma Poysti, and Mattis Herman Nyquist.
The film is co-produced by Film i Väst, Cinenic Film, ReelMedia and Nordisk Film.
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2024-09-28 13:18