Cutterhead is a Danish film directed by Rasmus Kloster Bro and starring Christine Sønderris, Samson Semere, and Krešimir Mikić. The film is a suspenseful and intense drama that explores themes of multiculturalism, social class, and survival in the midst of disaster.
The central character of the film is Rie (Sønderris), a PR-coordinator who is visiting a tunnel boring machine in Copenhagen to showcase the teamwork and coordination of the European Union during the construction of the Metro. As she explores the tunnel with Ivo (Mikić), a Croatian miner and Bharan (Semere), a worker from Eritrea, an accident suddenly occurs and the tunnel begins to flood with water, leaving Rie, Ivo, and Bharan trapped in an airlock.
As the three characters struggle to survive in the confined space, tensions rise as they are forced to confront their differences and rely on each other for survival. The language barrier and cultural differences lead to misunderstandings and miscommunications, but they must work together to find a way out of the flooded tunnel.
The film is shot almost entirely in the cramped, dimly lit space of the airlock, creating a claustrophobic and intense atmosphere. The camera work and sound design add to the tension as the water level rises and time runs out for the characters to escape. The film also includes flashbacks that reveal each character's backstory and personal motivations, adding depth to their interactions and highlighting the film's themes of multiculturalism and social class.
Cutterhead is a gripping thriller that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its harrowing depiction of survival in the face of disaster. The film also serves as a commentary on the challenges and benefits of multiculturalism and the importance of cooperation and empathy in times of crisis.