The Spy

          

       Based on a true story (well at least rumors of a true story), this new Swedish drama recounts the story of Norwegian-Swedish actress, Sonja Wigert, who became an undercover operative for the Swedish government during World War Two. Not interested at first, but when her father is arrested by the Nazis, in order to free him, Sonja reluctantly agrees to become a pawn for the Nazi's ReichsKomissar, Josef Terboven. She secretly spies on Terboven for the Swedes but her loyalty is tested when he asks her to spy on Sweden for him. 

        The film stars Ingrid Bolso Berdal, who bears quite the resemblance to the real Wigert. Ms. Berdal is a vision in 1940's glamour and she pulls off the intricate role beautifully. The tension mounts as Sonja must act as a double agent while also carrying on an affair with a Hungarian Diplomat who is also a Nazi sympathizer.

        The excellent cinematography as well as the sets and exquisite costumes all combine to bring the stylish and suspenseful story to vivid life.