Denmark
2011
Details
IMDB
Seen
12
May 2014
Ratings
from other sources
Rotten
tomatoes 6.8/10
Danish
journalist Mads Brügger goes undercover as a Liberian Ambassador to
embark on a dangerous yet hysterical journey to uncover the blood
diamond trade in Africa
My
ratings
7.0/10
My
impressions:
A
story that tries to show the inner workings of the blood diamond
trade in Africa. Seen from the perspective of an outsider who is
trying to pass himself off as a consul. That cover is supposed to
make him immune from the usual checks when he travels to and from
that country with lots of cash or diamonds.
A
comedy at one level as it shows how unprepared the main character is
when he faces difficult situations. A sad reality on another level.
The danger and dealings are accepted routines in the country.
The
daily lives of its citizens.
Far
removed from the riches
Gained
from the mineral abundant
The
gains are for those in power
Those
with connections
A
wrong move
A
wrong decision
Might
signal the end of all plans
But
others continue coming
Following
their dreams
That
one day
They
will strike it rich
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