Norway Massacre: The Killer’s Mind

Norway Massacre: The Killer’s Mind recounts the tragic events of July 22, 2011, when Anders Behring Breivik carried out two coordinated terrorist attacks in Norway. It provides a detailed account of Breivik’s actions, starting with a car bomb explosion in Oslo’s government quarter that killed 8 people and injured over 200 others. It then follows Breivik’s journey to Utøya Island, where he massacred 69 people, mostly teenagers, at a Labour Party youth camp.

The film offers insights into Breivik’s background, including his troubled childhood and his gradual descent into extremist ideologies. It explores the factors that may have contributed to his radicalization, such as his social isolation, immersion in online gaming, and engagement with far-right websites. The documentary also examines Breivik’s meticulous planning of the attacks, including his acquisition of weapons and bomb-making materials.

Through interviews with survivors, first responders, and experts, the film paints a vivid picture of the terror and chaos that unfolded on that fateful day. It highlights the bravery of those who risked their lives to save others and the resilience of the Norwegian people in the aftermath of the tragedy.

The documentary also delves into the legal proceedings following the attacks, including Breivik’s trial and his attempts to use the courtroom as a platform for his extremist views. It raises questions about the nature of evil, the limits of justice, and the challenges of preventing such acts of violence in the future.