A Hijacking is a Danish thriller film directed by Tobias Lindholm. The movie follows the story of a Danish freighter, MV Rozen, which is taken hostage by Somali pirates while en route to Mumbai. The ship’s cook is killed in the initial attack, leaving the crew traumatized and vulnerable. The pirates demand a ransom of millions of dollars for the release of the ship and its crew.
The ship’s owner, Peter Ludvigsen (Søren Malling), hires a professional negotiator named Lars (Pilou Asbæk) to handle the negotiations with the pirates. Lars tries to keep a professional distance from the situation, but the long and drawn-out negotiations take a heavy toll on him.
The movie explores the human cost of the hijacking on both sides of the negotiation. The crew is subjected to brutal captivity, while the negotiators are forced to confront the moral and ethical implications of negotiating with pirates. The tension between the two sides is exacerbated by cultural and language barriers, making communication difficult and leading to misunderstandings.
As the weeks turn into months, the negotiations become increasingly tense, with both sides becoming frustrated and angry. The potential for violence escalates, leading to a dramatic climax that leaves the audience on the edge of their seat.
A Hijacking is a thought-provoking film that explores themes of power, negotiation, and human resilience. It is a gripping thriller that keeps the audience engaged from start to finish.
