Flame & Citron is a 2008 Danish film directed by Ole Christian Madsen and based on the true story of two Danish resistance fighters during Nazi occupation in World War II. The film follows the operations of Bent Faurschou-Hviid, also known as Flame, and Jørgen Haagen Schmith, also known as Citron, as they carry out assassinations and sabotage missions against the Germans in Denmark under the guidance of their handler Winther.
The film explores the complexities of resistance work and the toll it takes on the individuals involved. As Flame and Citron begin to question their orders and the motives of their superiors, they are forced to confront their own mortality and the risk of betrayal from within their own ranks. Adding to the tension is the character of Kitty Selmer, a beautiful woman who becomes involved with Flame but whose loyalties are unclear.
Flame & Citron is a gripping and intense portrayal of the dangers and sacrifices of resistance work, as well as the moral ambiguity that often accompanies it. The film's cinematography and attention to historical detail create a vivid and gritty depiction of Denmark during the war, and the performances by Thure Lindhardt as Flame and Mads Mikkelsen as Citron are outstanding. Overall, Flame & Citron is a must-see film for anyone interested in World War II history and the human stories behind the headlines.