The 13th Warrior
Buena Vista Pictures Distribution | Release Date: August 27, 1999
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Android18Aug 7, 2017
The Firewyrm! This is just a fun movie to watch, don't take it that seriously. I loved the interactions and the characters and even thought Antonio did a great job! I love the critic score, those stuffy elitists said this move was horrible,The Firewyrm! This is just a fun movie to watch, don't take it that seriously. I loved the interactions and the characters and even thought Antonio did a great job! I love the critic score, those stuffy elitists said this move was horrible, but in reality it is what we love to call a Hidden GEM! Buy a bottle of mead and track down a copy of this movie, zone out for a bit with some friends as this is a great party movie.… Expand
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jonslowJan 8, 2019
I like Viking...............................................................
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Hemp316Sep 8, 2015
I simply cannot understand why people dislike this Movie so much!To Me it's one of the best Movies of all time.from beginning to end it had nice drama,awesome action and some small bits of comedy at times that never seem out of place.AntonioI simply cannot understand why people dislike this Movie so much!To Me it's one of the best Movies of all time.from beginning to end it had nice drama,awesome action and some small bits of comedy at times that never seem out of place.Antonio Banderas and the entire cast are fantastic and to myself is perfectly acted.I really love the setting of the Movie and the plot are well crafted and executed to perfection.Without revealing Spoilers that's about all I can say.However,it still boggles my mind why people hate this Movie so much!It's really,really good and should be considered one of the best Movies of all time and I simply cannot comprehend why people hate on this Movie.I guess it shows you that the majority of people in life have absolutely no idea what they're talking about.… Expand
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KriticalDec 23, 2011
This is one of the top movies of all time. It's greatness is not measured in a single viewing but in multiple viewings. It is one of the few movies I watch over and over again, each time with more pleasure. Most movies do not inspire repeatedThis is one of the top movies of all time. It's greatness is not measured in a single viewing but in multiple viewings. It is one of the few movies I watch over and over again, each time with more pleasure. Most movies do not inspire repeated viewings, but this one does. I've checked all my friends and they all have a copy of this movie and all feel the same way. Although upon first viewing you may indeed think it is a 7 out of 10, you will find this movie sticks with you and quickly grows on you making it that rare 10 out of 10.
Watch it. I don't give spoilers you can find them on the net if you really want them.
I mean it watch it.
stop reading and go rent, buy, borough or steal it.... don't steal it... it's Christmas, so be good!… Expand
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unrepentantJan 21, 2012
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie was butchered by the Disney editors- a shame. There's just barely enough continuity in the story line to keep it afloat. Nevertheless, we enjoyed it immensely. Yeah, you'll have to 'suspend belief' for a while and extrapolate a little to make up for the editing. Ahmad ibn Fadlan meets the Seven Samurai, or another "Dirty Dozen" that includes a 'fish out of water'.

Originally, this was a 2+ hour movie. Hopefully, someday the original version with come out on DVD or BR. A long-shot pipe dream considering Disney owns the rights and it lost money in its' theatrical release.… Expand
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KevinC.Jul 31, 2006
Beautifully filmed yet gruesome. For action/ adventure you don't get much better. Based on the Anglo-Saxon epic, Beowulf, it lives up to the expectation of heroism and tragedy. Weakness in fleshing out the characters is compensated by Beautifully filmed yet gruesome. For action/ adventure you don't get much better. Based on the Anglo-Saxon epic, Beowulf, it lives up to the expectation of heroism and tragedy. Weakness in fleshing out the characters is compensated by tearing flesh.… Expand
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vibor123Feb 16, 2011
The most unexpectedly audacious, exhilarating, wildly creative adventure thriller I've seen in ages. the movie is very good, dont mind the critic, anyone who likes action, comeday and vikings there is just no better film
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BernardTheBeastFeb 2, 2020
Let me put my bias right at the front: when people ask what my favorite movie is, I say "pffbt, I have no favorites. If pressed, I say "The 13th Warrior."

• Tremendously unique protagonist: an Arab, Muslim Poet, whose brains and creativityLet me put my bias right at the front: when people ask what my favorite movie is, I say "pffbt, I have no favorites. If pressed, I say "The 13th Warrior."

• Tremendously unique protagonist: an Arab, Muslim Poet, whose brains and creativity help in his evolution into becoming a warrior.

• An authentically Nordic cast: actors who convey the culture with palpable sincerity.

• A D&D-style tale of Nordic Viking warriors and their exploits: the formation of the party and their quest.

• Gritty and bloody, this movie treads between action and horror in places.

If you play video games, you might very quickly draw parallels between this and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (for good reason, as one of the lead protagonists in this film also voices one of the lead characters in that game: Vladimir Kulich as Ulfric Stormcloak, and here as Buliwyf). You might also find a comfortable familiarity with the scenery, the characters, in personality, apparel and weaponry.

There is no literal magic within the movie, only the myths that are dispelled upon further discovery. This movie is gritty and fairly realistic in a way that's somewhat refreshing; though we have confidence in the plot-armor of our main character, we learn the other 12 warriors may not have that kind of safety.

The movie starts slow, ramps sharply up in the middle, and slows down towards the end, potentially creating more questions than answers as they learn more about their antagonistic foes. In the end, the villains are defeated, and victory is assured, but not without unfortunate sacrifice.

For its cinematography, unique characters rarely seen on the Hollywood screen, its retelling of a classic myth, and its dedication to preserving the medieval tenacity of Nordic Warrior adventures, I give the film a 9/10. It's a subject that I love and enjoy, and this movie did a spectacular job in giving me what I wanted.

If you have similar interests, hopefully you'll enjoy it too! If not, this movie probably won't be anything special.… Expand
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petlennonJan 5, 2014
There seem to be very diverse opinions on this. It is probably hard to tell what the original was like since it went through a messy re-shoot and re-edit process. What was finally shown has some superb scenes and some very atmosphericThere seem to be very diverse opinions on this. It is probably hard to tell what the original was like since it went through a messy re-shoot and re-edit process. What was finally shown has some superb scenes and some very atmospheric settings; the opening scenes in particular are first rate. Perhaps as a result of having too many cooks, the second half does become a bit scrappy, but there's enough even there. I'm giving it a high rating because, despite what happens towards the end, the best scenes throughout are superior to anything in just about any other period action movie I have seen.… Expand
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mp303Aug 16, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A simple story about courage facing the unknown. Its one of those films that didn't hit big on cinema but I love it every time seeing it. A unusual film for Antonio Banderas but great anyway. Great action sequences and a mistery that isn't amazing but satisfying.… Expand
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UncleWillardAug 21, 2020
Critics are completely out of touch on this one. Great characters and a wonderful, action lacked story. You really care about the characters and love watching them grow to respect each other's cultures. Can't explain why a "journalist" can'tCritics are completely out of touch on this one. Great characters and a wonderful, action lacked story. You really care about the characters and love watching them grow to respect each other's cultures. Can't explain why a "journalist" can't grasp that.… Expand
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nikTerryMay 26, 2023
brilliant, well acted, great action set pieces, fighting but not gory, no gratuitous sex, really fun
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SayreTXJul 29, 2023
This is a retelling of the Beowulf legend but with several new twists, such as an unlikely Arabic hero, a troupe of fearless Vikings, and a surprising enemy. It's based on the novel "Eaters of the Dead" by Michael Crichton, but is farThis is a retelling of the Beowulf legend but with several new twists, such as an unlikely Arabic hero, a troupe of fearless Vikings, and a surprising enemy. It's based on the novel "Eaters of the Dead" by Michael Crichton, but is far superior. There are many great examples of honor and bravery throughout. The film is very well written and you will find yourself often quoting its Norse philosophy. I cannot recommend it enough!… Expand
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