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Konvoi /The Arctic Convoy (2023) with Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines'


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Sean is joined by Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines' YouTube Channel to review the Norwegian film, Konvoi (2023), known internationally as The Arctic Convoy.

The film appears to be based upon the true story of the 1942 PQ17 convoy, one of the first major Anglo-American convoys of the Second World War. 


Discussion Points:

-Sean needs his nautical fix. 

-Why this film is one of Jamie's favourite films.

-The poor promotional poster.

-The fantastic script, sound design and special effects.

-Sean was surprised to see RAF Coastal Command.

-The importance of the Atlantic and the Artic (Russian) Convoys in the Second World War. 

-Jamie and Sean were impressed by the depth of characters.

-The dynamic between the Captain and the First Mate.

-The reasons why this film focuses upon the Norwegian Merchant Sailors, who lost 4,000 lives during the war.

-Sean and Jamie empathise with different characters.


Raised Questions:

-Do you love film recommendations from friends?

-Why is this film one of Jamie's favourite films?

-Are Norwegian films the best out there right now?

-Why do the British always get derided in modern war films?

-Why don't you eat pickled herring at your desk?

-What is the difference between the words 'disperse' and 'scatter'?

-Is the Naval side of the Second World War difficult to translate films?


The Norwegian War Sailor's Register (Krigsseilerregisteret):

https://www.krigsseilerregisteret.no/en


Recommendations:

-PQ17: An Artic Convoy Disaster (2014), a BBC documentary, hosted by Jeremy Clarkson.


Time Stamps:

0:24 Welcome and Introductions

2:04 Film Overview: The Arctic Convoy

3:07 Personal Connection to Norwegian Cinema

8:46 Historical Context of Convoys

13:36 Character Dynamics and Interactions

17:56 The Captain's Leadership Style

21:40 Tension Between the First Mate and Captain

25:02 The Battle Scenes and Tactics

28:45 Thematic Exploration of Fear and Duty

32:31 Emotional Moments and Character Development

35:55 The Role of the Radio Operator

38:19 Confrontations and Power Struggles

46:52 The Plan to Escape

49:03 The Icy Challenges Ahead

55:31 Recommendations for Similar Films

59:55 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans


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