The Shadow in My Eye

The Shadow in My Eye

Directed by Ole Bornedal

Produced by Miso Film

2021107 min7.8 / 10

A harrowing historical drama about the tragic consequences of a WWII bombing raid that killed over 120 civilians, including 86 children, exploring the moral weight of wartime decisions.

On March 21st, 1945, the British Royal Air Force set out on a mission to bomb Gestapo's headquarters in Copenhagen. The raid had fatal consequences as some of the bombers accidentally targeted a school and more than 120 people were killed, 86 of whom were children.

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  • Is The Shadow in My Eye sad? Yes, very. More sad than 98% of films.

  • Is The Shadow in My Eye violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.

  • Is The Shadow in My Eye scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.

  • Is The Shadow in My Eye easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.

  • Does The Shadow in My Eye end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.

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Surprise85

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Love95

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