Young Lives, Dark Crimes: The Making of 'Torpedo'

Denmark is known for its cozy hygge culture, but beneath the surface, a grim reality unfolds. Two Danish filmmakers are teaming up to shine a light on a disturbing trend: gangs exploiting young people as weapons. Frederik Louis Hviid, known for his work on the upcoming heist thriller 'The Quiet Ones', and Tobias Lindholm, who directed 'The Good Nurse', are collaborating on a new crime thriller called 'Torpedo'. This film dives into the world of so-called 'torpedoes'—kids and teens who are forced into committing violent crimes. The story revolves around Kian, a 16-year-old who finds himself in a deadly situation after a drug deal goes wrong. The filmmakers have done their homework, talking to police, lawyers, and even the young people who have been caught up in this cycle of violence.Hviid points out that this isn't just a problem in other countries—it's happening in Denmark too. He wants to understand what drives these young people to commit acts of violence they might not fully grasp. Lindholm adds that the film will show the darker side of life in Denmark, focusing on the kids who get trapped in the world of crime. The film is set to hit theaters in 2027, produced by Marcella Dichmann for SF Studios. It's a bold move, tackling a tough subject, but one that could spark important conversations.