Gold Run (original Norwegian title: Gulltransporten) is a 2022 Norwegian drama film based on the true story of how Norway evacuated its entire gold reserve during the German invasion in World War II.
The narrative follows Fredrik Haslund, a bank secretary who finds himself at the center of an extraordinary mission to smuggle 40 tons of gold bullion out of Oslo to prevent it from falling into Nazi hands.
On April 9, 1940, as the Nazis invade Norway, Fredrik Haslund is tasked with leading a ragtag group on a treacherous journey to get the gold to safety with the Allied forces. The group includes a famous poet, Nordahl Grieg, and a female veteran of the Spanish Civil War named Nini Haslund Gleditsch. Together, they navigate the challenges of evading the Nazis and ensuring the gold's safe passage.
The film features a talented cast, including Fredrik Haslund as the lead character, Ida Elise Broch as Nini Haslund Gleditsch, Sven Nordin as Nordahl Grieg, and Eivind Sander as Major Bjørn Sunde. The supporting cast also includes notable actors such as Axel Bøyum, Morten Svartveit, Anatole Taubman, and Thorbjørn Harr.
Gold Run has received generally positive reviews from critics, who have praised its well-staged action sequences and ability to balance the fast-paced plot with character development. The film has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 2,700 user reviews, indicating a solid reception. While not a blockbuster, Gold Run has been recognized as a compelling dramatization of an important historical event in Norway's past, shedding light on the extraordinary efforts made to protect the nation's assets during a time of crisis.