
22 July
The true story of a day that started like any other
Directed by Paul Greengrass
Produced by Scott Rudin Productions
A sobering, multi-perspective examination of a real mass tragedy and its aftermath, balancing the trauma of survivors with the political and legal reckoning that follows.
On 22 July 2011, neo-Nazi terrorist Anders Behring Breivik murdered 77 young people attending a Labour Party Youth Camp on Utøya Island outside of Oslo. This three-part story focuses on the survivors, the political leadership of Norway, and the lawyers involved.
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Where to watch
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Questions people ask
Is 22 July sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is 22 July easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.
Is 22 July violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
Is 22 July scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Does 22 July end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
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