The Command

The Command (Kursk) elicits a dominant sense of Sadness and Anxiety due to its tragic true story of a submarine disaster and the desperate fight for survival. Empathy is profoundly felt for both the trapped sailors and their families battling bureaucratic indifference. The film also generates significant Fear from the claustrophobic and life-threatening situation, and Anger at the systemic failures and obstacles faced by the rescue efforts. A pervasive Melancholy underscores the somber reality, while moments of Anticipation and Hope are present during rescue attempts, though often leading to a Disturbing realization of the grim outcome.