Sons of Denmark is a Danish political thriller film directed by Ulaa Salim, who also co-wrote the script with Ingeborg Topsøe. The film follows Zakaria and Ali, two young men from immigrant backgrounds, as they become radicalized and join a far-right political organization. The organization is led by Martin Nordahl, an extremely nationalist and anti-immigrant politician who is set for a landslide victory in the next parliamentary election.
Zakaria and Ali are both frustrated with the state of the country, where people with migration backgrounds are being targeted and marginalized. They become attracted to the organization's message of taking action to defend their ethnic identity and protect their culture. However, they soon realize that they are just pawns in a larger game, and their actions have dire consequences.
The film takes place in Denmark in 2025, one year after a major bomb attack in Copenhagen. The attack has caused widespread fear and suspicion towards immigrants, fueling the rise of Nordahl's movement. As Zakaria and Ali become more involved in the organization, they find themselves torn between their loyalty to each other and their allegiance to the group's violent agenda.
Sons of Denmark is a gripping and timely thriller, examining the dangers of radicalization and the rise of far-right politics in modern society. The film has received critical acclaim for its tense atmosphere, thought-provoking commentary, and strong performances by its cast, including Zaki Youssef as Zakaria and Mohammed Ismail Mohammed as Ali.
