Thomas J.S. Mogensen
Directing
Biography
Thomas Jes Schäffer Mogensen is a Danish filmmaker based in Copenhagen, born in Ringsted. He has directed 5 short films and has been involved in the production of many others. He mainly writes his own movies and is primarily known for his latest and most ambitious world war 2 film, "De Illegale" (int. Criminals), released April 9th, 2026
Known For
June, 1944, German-occupied Denmark. It has never been so dangerous to be part of the resistance. In a safe house, five fighters wait for comrades on a sabotage mission. When they do not return, and no news comes, fear begins to take hold.
Criminals
Jonas is a young boy who has just earned his hunting license. He's heading out on his first solo rifle hunt in a lush forest. Excitement is high, but he's also feeling very nervous.
Maiden Hunt
Leif, a man with a mysterious fear of the ocean and suppressed memories of bullying, confronts his former tormenter at a middle school reunion to uncover the truth, find peace and maybe understand what happened in his past
That Time at the Beach
To get over a childhood trauma and his fear of the dark, Daniel goes to an abandoned cottage to complete a list of challenges that may help him conquer his fears but a sudden power outage leaves Daniel in the dark, alone and afraid
Daniel is Alone
Two intertwined timelines, past and present, tell the story of how and why Kathrine and Anders's relationship fell apart