I'm only going to mention what other reviews haven't, and the topic is: Did the movie exaggerate the mistreat of children? The answer is no, and here is the factual explanation why:
Note the following excerpt of a public apology presented by BBC News, dated August 13, 2019-
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has officially said sorry to hundreds of victims of historical abuse in state-run homes. From 1945 to 1976 children were sexually abused, beaten and drugged at the homes, an official inquiry found.
This stunning acknowledgement validates everything we see in this excellent movie. As such, it is a documentary presented in drama format.
Note the following excerpt of a public apology presented by BBC News, dated August 13, 2019-
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has officially said sorry to hundreds of victims of historical abuse in state-run homes. From 1945 to 1976 children were sexually abused, beaten and drugged at the homes, an official inquiry found.
This stunning acknowledgement validates everything we see in this excellent movie. As such, it is a documentary presented in drama format.