The true story of five young men and a girl who set out in 1965 to circumnavigate the globe aboard Sandefjord, a 50 year old Colin Archer wooden lifeboat. Over the next 627 days, that’s exactly what they did.
“Sandefjord – Her Voyage Around The World” is a 1967 vintage 16mm movie. The film tells the story of a Norwegian ship called Sandefjord and its 1965/1966 voyage around the world. The film is a combination of archive footage and interviews with the crew and passengers who were on board the ship during its voyage. It is a historical documentary that focuses on the golden age of Norwegian shipping and explores the relationship between Norway and the sea.
The film has received praise for its accurate historical portrayal as well as its visual appeal. It was screened at several film festivals, including the Bergen International Film Festival and the Oslo International Film Festival. If you’re interested in historical documentaries or maritime history, you might enjoy watching this film.
For Alby Mangels fans, this film will be very reminiscent of the voyage of the Greta Marie.