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SynopsisA thrilling adaptation of Ian McGuire’s award-winning novel, written and directed by Andrew Haigh. Starring Jack OConnell, Colin Farrell and Stephen Graham. 1859, Patrick Sumner joins The Volunteer as a ships surgeon, hoping to lose himself in the tough physicality of an Arctic whaling trip. But the ferocity of the elements is matched by the violence of his crew mates, with Drax, a harpooner, a distinctly brutal force of nature. As the true purpose of the expedition becomes clear, confrontation between the two men erupts taking them on a journey far from solid ground and way beyond the safe moorings of civilisation. Includes bonus behind the scenes content. – ???? The Independent – ???? The Telegraph – ???? A gripping watch! – Radio Times – Exquisitely made, cinematic TV Empire – A well-executed adventure story The Guardian