A Hijacking

Mikkel Hartmann, the cook aboard the Danish merchant ship Rozen, anxiously awaits his reunion with his wife and child. His anticipation sets the stage for the emotional turmoil that will soon unfold.

The ship's engineer, Jan Sørensen, requests Hartmann to deliver a letter to his family, highlighting the camaraderie among the crew. This seemingly innocent task takes a dark turn as the situation rapidly deteriorates.

In Denmark, Lars Vestergaard is engaged in a crucial negotiation with Japanese businessmen. His efforts to finalize the deal underscore the interconnectedness of the ship's fate with the business world back home.

The *Rozen* is overtaken by pirates in the Indian Ocean, sending shockwaves through the crew. Mikkel is thrust into a life-or-death situation, struggling to comprehend the gravity of their captivity.

Under duress, Hartmann is forced to prepare a meal for the pirates at gunpoint. The constant threat of violence looms over the hostages, increasing their sense of dread and helplessness.

Ludvigsen hires Connor Julian, an experienced hostage negotiator, to help secure the crew's release. Tensions rise as Julian proposes methods that challenge Vestergaard's direct approach to negotiations.

Omar, a Somali who claims to be a hostage translator, reaches out to Hartmann for communication with Ludvigsen. This contact highlights the initial miscommunication and the escalating demands from the pirates.

The pirates' demands lead to ludicrous negotiation offers, leaving Ludvigsen and his team frustrated. This stagnation places immense pressure on both sides, as life-and-death considerations loom.

In a rare opportunity, Hartmann catches a large fish, lifting the spirits of the hostages and even the pirates. The moment provides a brief respite in the otherwise grim situation aboard the ship.

Hartmann has a brief, emotional reunion with his wife Maria, orchestrated by Omar. However, this touching moment is quickly overshadowed by pirate threats, reinforcing the fragile nature of their hope.

Omar warns Hartmann that the pirates may resort to violence, culminating in an unsettling gunshot. This moment serves as a dire reminder of the constant danger faced by the hostages.

After receiving a fax from the pirates, Ludvigsen proposes a higher ransom of $2.8 million. However, Omar outright rejects the offer, escalating the need for more effective communication.

All hostages are gathered on deck for an emotional reunion, marking a brief glimpse of hope amidst the chaos. An overhead plane dropping supplies adds an unexpected twist to their ordeal.

The atmosphere shifts dramatically as a pirate is shot and killed for disobeying orders. This event deeply affects Hartmann and Sørensen, marking the true horrors of their captivity.

Hartmann finally returns to his family but struggles with the emotional detachment caused by his experiences. He finds it difficult to reconnect, illustrating the lasting impact of trauma.