Virus i bataljonen
Virus i bataljonen

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Virus i bataljonen

2009
Movie
130 min
Swedish

The action takes place around the Ingeborg's cafe. The councilor Leif Aronsson has planned a trip to Denmark, but it must be set after he had a brief discussion on money fiddling with Ingeborg. He suspects that one will discover he has taken money from the city budget in their own pocket.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Kåre H. RasmussenGenres: Comedy, War

Plot Summary

A group of Norwegian soldiers stationed in Afghanistan are tasked with destroying a new and highly contagious virus that has escaped from a local laboratory. As they battle the virus, they must also contend with their own interpersonal conflicts and the harsh realities of war.

Critical Reception

Virus i bataljonen received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor forced and the plot underdeveloped. While some appreciated the attempt at blending comedy with a serious subject, the execution was widely seen as falling short.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic aspirations with its war setting.

  • The humor is often described as juvenile and not consistently effective.

  • The plot is considered predictable and lacks depth.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a larger project by Norwegian television to create mockumentary-style comedies, and it was intended as a satirical look at military operations and stereotypes.

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