The film is praised for strong performances, particularly by Jakob Oftebro and Maja Halvorsen, and high-quality production value.
"Absolutely depressing, and without a point, at every level. ...[the] story... could have been told in a 20-minute documentary". Betrayed(2020)
The film focuses on the profound emotional toll on a single Norwegian family, making the historical tragedy feel deeply personal and "haunting". The film is praised for strong performances, particularly
It is based on the life of the Braude family during the Nazi occupation of Norway. could have been told in a 20-minute documentary"
"While it is not without flaws, the acting and production value is excellent... [It] is carried by the assumption that most people know the historical background... It results in the fact that the plots main focus is on the individuals expreience". Key Themes & Features
Betrayed (2020), also known by its Norwegian title Den største forbrytelsen ("The Greatest Crime"), is a powerful and heart-wrenching WWII drama that chronicles the true, devastating story of the Braude family and the persecution of Norwegian Jews.
It is a "heartfelt, restrained movie" that focuses on the quiet desperation of the characters.