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MatouzzApr 22, 2022

Robert Eggers is 3 for 3. A masterpiece in every aspect of filmmaking. Go support
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benjanzenMay 13, 2022

The Northman is a brutal and gritty Viking tale, the likes of which we’ve never seen before. And though I was impressed by its spectacle and craftsmanship, I feel it lacked any heart or emotional depth. I didn’t find myself invested in theseThe Northman is a brutal and gritty Viking tale, the likes of which we’ve never seen before. And though I was impressed by its spectacle and craftsmanship, I feel it lacked any heart or emotional depth. I didn’t find myself invested in these characters nor this story; I didn’t FEEL anything. At the end of the day, while it’s a film that I can appreciate, it just wasn’t for me.… Expand

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BroyaxJul 9, 2022

« L’Homme du Nord » revient se venger après bien des années, dans le bruit et la fureur… il s’appelle Hamlet… non, Amleth (!) et il porte sur ses épaules le poids du destin, du sang et de la haine… D’ailleurs, il pousse souvent son cri de« L’Homme du Nord » revient se venger après bien des années, dans le bruit et la fureur… il s’appelle Hamlet… non, Amleth (!) et il porte sur ses épaules le poids du destin, du sang et de la haine… D’ailleurs, il pousse souvent son cri de guerrier et c’est très impressionant, car en effet, il est un vrai Viking, élevé comme tel… dans le bruit et la fureur !

Le début du film est parfait, je crois qu’à vue de nez, ça doit faire un excellent premier quart : de quoi admirer (déjà) cette ambiance sombre, à la fois réaliste et ésotérique qui puise son inspiration régulièrement dans les mythes nordiques , d’ailleurs, les incantations ou autres cérémoniels sont en langue Viking, si j’ose m’exprimer ainsi, bref en langue des Hommes du Nord…!

Mise en scène fluide, plans-séquences étudiés, travellings soignés, montage judicieux, photographie magnifique… c’est du tout bon ! Les comédiens donnent le meilleur d’eux-mêmes, les comédiennes aussi (on aura remarqué l’énigmatique et fascinant visage d’Anya Taylor-Joy, l’égérie de la série Le Gambit de la Reine !). On aura également remarqué Ethan Hawk, étonnant et… -bien qu’elle assure dans son rôle, certes- Nicole Kidman ou une pseudo-Nicole Kidman, le visage déformé par beaucoup trop de charcudocs : seul son nez est resté d’origine… !!

Mais hélas, mille fois hélas, malgré ses qualités esthétiques et sa maîtrise, le film après son premier quart -ou un peu moins, sans doute une bonne demi-heure, je suppose- très brillant comme dit plus haut, le film disais-je, s’enlise dans une lenteur effarante !

Il faut dire que le scénario ne parvient pas à meubler une vengeance qui se traîne misérablement (deux heures et quart en tout) et pédale dans la semoule… L’impression demeure donc -après des débuts tonitruants- celle d’un théâtre en plein air… très beau mais ramolli et trop étiré. Cela fait penser à Valhalla Rising, l’autre film du Nord, qui misait tout sur son ambiance… et la note sera par conséquent leur second point commun : 5 ! des films très beaux et maîtrisés mais un peu trop chiants par ailleurs !… Expand

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BrownerManAug 17, 2022

tolerable + action

It is watchable. As you watch it you wonder if you should continue. Don't.

stretched into more time

watch when free

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Sayeem_ShamsJun 8, 2022

A straightforward revenge story with visually immersive cinematography, but the dull climax and underwhelming action sequences were a letdown.

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base_dDec 19, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show deserves a 0. It has so many plot-holes and just to see high reviews shows how so many of these people or bots(likely bots) will watch anything and like it without using their brain. One example I will share. When the north-man says he has relatives in another area they can escape too, after being slaves mind you and in a hot tub after they escape, An Uber with a boat shows up from his relatives. If you defend that major plot-hole, then why didn't he flee when his father was killed by his brother to these so called relatives? Such a stupid story and terrible writing. What a mess. And above thats just one example of the trash of a movie called The Northman.… Expand

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ExceladeogunAug 31, 2023

The Northman This historical thriller sees the protagonist—Amleth, a Viking prince, as he journeys to exert revenge on the man who usurped his father's throne after killing him.

The Northman is visceral with a consistently grim tone.The Northman This historical thriller sees the protagonist—Amleth, a Viking prince, as he journeys to exert revenge on the man who usurped his father's throne after killing him.

The Northman is visceral with a consistently grim tone.

There's a lot to praise about The Northman, from the brilliant direction of Robert Eggers to the performances given by the cast. The cinematography is also a marvel; the world painted here is striking, and enlivened with brute action and a killer score.

The subject matter in The Northman may be hackneyed and probably isn't driven by a lot of character development but as a whole, it is an utter Viking movie.

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Broker2022Jan 26, 2023

After all those years of Wokeism in many Wokewood movies and shows, this movie was just a release, a deliverance from the madness of diversity and damn Wokeism. The viewer is catapulted into the world of the early Middle Ages with mercilessAfter all those years of Wokeism in many Wokewood movies and shows, this movie was just a release, a deliverance from the madness of diversity and damn Wokeism. The viewer is catapulted into the world of the early Middle Ages with merciless severity. He is confronted with all the brutality and horror of this time. That's how it must have been back then, maybe even worse, but that's what makes this film so unique and why it stands out from the crowd. Simply outstanding, the actors Nicole Kidman, Ethan Hawke, Willem Dafoe, all in top form! A very good film, awesome, brilliant, brilliant!
Well done Robert Eggers! BRAVO!… Expand

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ClayheadMay 26, 2022

Boring waste of time, file along with the other pretentious garbage the Green Knight

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Color09Apr 22, 2022

Expertly crafted, from the cinematography to the acting, the music, the sets. Everything in this movie serves to make an unforgettable experience.

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saucyninja007Apr 22, 2022

Atmospheric, authentic, brutal, engrossing, epic, intense, tragic. "The Northman" is the first film in quite some time that made me feel like I was transported somewhere else. Watching this movie was like living through the pages of mythicalAtmospheric, authentic, brutal, engrossing, epic, intense, tragic. "The Northman" is the first film in quite some time that made me feel like I was transported somewhere else. Watching this movie was like living through the pages of mythical folklore. No punches are pulled here: "Vikings" are not portrayed glamorously, and the violence is unflinching and honest. Every scene completely captures and demands the attention of the audience. On a purely aesthetic level the film is sublime, but that is not to discredit the terrific acting and writing too. I almost want to describe "The Northman" as "Conan the Barbarian" meets "Hamlet". The fantastical elements never feel out of place (if anything the movie would feel strange without them). The storytelling is efficient - not a single scene or line of dialogue is wasted - and the journey of the protagonist unfolds in a very Shakespearean manner. Even if you have no interest in expect acting, writing, and cinematography you should see this movie just to see how action scenes SHOULD be filmed (and there are plenty of those). I am expecting and hoping this movie to appeal to average film-goers as well as those who appreciate cinema.… Expand

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Rebecca31Apr 22, 2022

From the mind that gave us films like The Witch and The Lighthouse, director Robert Eggers has given us a ferocious version of Amleth that really needs to be seen on the big screen to be fully appreciated.

A young Viking prince witnesses hisFrom the mind that gave us films like The Witch and The Lighthouse, director Robert Eggers has given us a ferocious version of Amleth that really needs to be seen on the big screen to be fully appreciated.

A young Viking prince witnesses his father’s murder and his kingdom stolen from him. Years later and now a man, Amleth (Alexander Skarsgård) consumed by rage and hatred now seeks to avenge his father. This is a Viking movie unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. It’s a visually spectacular, blood drenched revenge thriller. There will be scenes scarred into your brain forever as only Robert Eggers can do (yes I’m still mentally scarred from The Lighthouse).

The Northman is by far my favourite film from Robert Eggers, I may not have been a big fan of either The Witch or The Lighthouse but I liked how well they were directed and looked. Eggers has a very unique style and vision and honestly I’m always curious to see what he’ll do next so I wasted no time booking tickets for The Northman. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I hope the other 20 people in the screen enjoyed it too, although I think we might all be left with hearing damage from the whole experience. Now before any of you accuse me of acting like an old lady, the place was literally vibrating from the noise I thought the ceiling tiles would start falling down on us, thank you very much Odeon (yes I did mention the sound issue to the staff, no it didn’t make any difference). My ears may still be ringing but I still loved the film, even if it was a little dragged out in places.

Egger’s previous movies have always felt very authentic, especially the dialogue, (for anyone worried if the dialogue is too Shakespearean to follow everything that’s happening, rest assured that is not the case). The Northman is no different and it definitely feels like a lot of research went into making this as realistic as possible and wow does it sure show. Immersive cinema at its best, you could hear a pin drop in the screen. Incredibly tense and will have you on edge for the entirety.

The Northman is everything I’d expect from a Robert Eggers Viking movie, a very dark, brutally violent and mental gorefest. Film fans be sure not to miss out on this one because it’s a cinematic experience you won’t want to miss. Two hours and twenty minutes of roaring blood-soaked Vikings won’t be to everyone’s tastes, I’d suggest anyone unsure of this should watch the trailer first as it gives a pretty good taste of what’s in store. Highly recommended for all the Robert Eggers fans.… Expand

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grinwade1Apr 23, 2022

Extraordinary art that transcends all the human experience in the most visceral way.

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Shadowx61Apr 22, 2022

The Northman is spectacular, rousing, brutal and beautiful! 10/10 this is ART !

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Lambo442Apr 26, 2022

This is the quintessential viking movie. Brutal, disturbing, action packed and thrilling beyond belief. There are no heroes, just the threads of fate being spun. There are no pretty boy vikings making love to hot women and exchangingThis is the quintessential viking movie. Brutal, disturbing, action packed and thrilling beyond belief. There are no heroes, just the threads of fate being spun. There are no pretty boy vikings making love to hot women and exchanging witticisms. These guys are the real deal. You want see some proper pillaging? Look no further. You want a spine tingling soundtrack that transports you completely into that world? Done. Can you get a more viking-esque film? I've never seen one. You will be at least 67% more manly after watching this masterpiece. Incredible… Expand

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Odens_TaintApr 24, 2022

Amazing scenes, excellent acting and just an overall ominous tone. This movie isn't for everyone but for people like me it is a masterpiece.

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JLuis_001Apr 22, 2022

Robert Eggers continues to cement his upward path in this visceral, brutal, violent, esoteric and magnificent Viking epic that manages to restore my faith in major studios trusting filmmakers outside the mainstream to deliver films like thisRobert Eggers continues to cement his upward path in this visceral, brutal, violent, esoteric and magnificent Viking epic that manages to restore my faith in major studios trusting filmmakers outside the mainstream to deliver films like this that are rarely seen in theaters anymore.

This story is well known of course. It's a classic revenge story and if you know anything more about Hamlet than just Shakespeare's name, then you'll know pretty well who Amleth is. But even a classic story can become something quite different, it all depends on how you tell it.

In The Northman Eggers respects his own precepts and stays true to what he did in The Witch and The Lighthouse.
Certainly he has to give in to certain whims of more conventional cinema, but that's understandable because hardly a studio will give him $90 million without considering getting their hands in the production. Nevertheless and fortunately, his signature is fully present in everything you see on screen. It is clearly his vision.

In terms of plot, narrative and psychological depth, I had heard some comparisons to The Green Knight that I didn't quite understand. I mean, I don't doubt that Eggers could have delivered such a film had he set his mind to it, but even beyond what he had to allow himself as an auteur when faced with creating a film that felt more accessible, The Northman has a more than palpable and pulsating identity. A violent and crude identity.

If in any way you feel he sacrificed his style and freedom to create something bigger and different, that's understandable, but judge his work by what he does and not by what you feel he may have lost as a filmmaker.

Ultimately, The Northman is not a subtle or nuanced film, and didn't try to be one, yet its savage, raw and bloody brutality more than makes up for any discernible weaknesses, if you are able to understand that this is the film he set out to do.… Expand

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MovieTurtleApr 22, 2022

Fantastic ride with outstanding visuals, amazing acting, and hypnotic music that does little to hide the brutality of life. Great to see more historical come to the big screen

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ctow823Apr 24, 2022

Amazing story, soundtrack and visuals. if you want the full essay check out indian bronsons - northman reviewed - TLDR a great celebration of nordic myths and indo-european culture. it feels real, true, natural and not full of the cheap quickAmazing story, soundtrack and visuals. if you want the full essay check out indian bronsons - northman reviewed - TLDR a great celebration of nordic myths and indo-european culture. it feels real, true, natural and not full of the cheap quick irony that the MCU is full of… Expand

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LumdogApr 24, 2022

A brutal Viking revenge tale. It's the Hamlet story we all know, and there is a Shakespearean tragedy feel here. The film has some of the best cinematography I've ever seen - with lighting and on-location shots. The musical score isA brutal Viking revenge tale. It's the Hamlet story we all know, and there is a Shakespearean tragedy feel here. The film has some of the best cinematography I've ever seen - with lighting and on-location shots. The musical score is heart-pounding with the Nordic sounding drums and chants. The film feels so historically accurate and authentic. Robert Eggers and his team really tried to immerse you completely into the place and time. The cast is all spectacular, particularly Skarsgard who is just a beast in this. Unfortunately this film won't do well at the box office, please go out and support it. We need more films like this.… Expand

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VikingunnarApr 28, 2022

I really liked it the story telling was amazing the visually beautiful The Music Was to die for And I could go on and on about this masterpiece

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HerickDienerMay 16, 2022

Robert Eggers mostrou anteriormente em "The Witch" e "The Lighthouse" que tem muito a dizer, independente do orçamento em mãos, e em sua primeira grande produção ele não decepciona e nos entrega um filme espetacular do começo ao fim.

ARobert Eggers mostrou anteriormente em "The Witch" e "The Lighthouse" que tem muito a dizer, independente do orçamento em mãos, e em sua primeira grande produção ele não decepciona e nos entrega um filme espetacular do começo ao fim.

A facilidade do protagonista em alcançar seus objetivos me incomodou um pouco (sério que ninguém viu um menino enrolado em uma manta vermelha fugindo?), mas a fotografia estupenda de Jarin Blaschke vai te fazer desviar o olhar de acasos como esse. Ahh, Robert ainda conseguiu mudar a definição de coadjuvante ao trazer Bjork e Willem Dafoe para singelas, porém, impactantes participações na obra. Bjork, volte mais vezes!

Simplesmente impossível não ficar ansioso há cada passado posterior do diretor.… Expand

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MahmusApr 29, 2022

I'm a bit conflicted but also really impressed. I guess it's technically my least favorite Robert Eggers movie, and yet it's still really damn good. Much more straightforward than his previous films, The Northman is a brutal, beautifullyI'm a bit conflicted but also really impressed. I guess it's technically my least favorite Robert Eggers movie, and yet it's still really damn good. Much more straightforward than his previous films, The Northman is a brutal, beautifully directed story of revenge that arrives pretty much where you'd expect, but takes some seriously unexpected turns along the way.

Because this legend has been around for so long and has inspired countless of famous stories, which in turn have inspired even more famous stories, it will probably feel like you've already seen this before, but that never really takes away from the spectacle.

You really have to put yourself in the place of young viking child, being told this as a bedtime story by your burly bearded viking father and being wowed by the all the magic and beheading. That may sound oddly specific, but to be fair, the film does a pretty good job at making you feel like that.… Expand

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piglordofallhamMay 23, 2022

Why was the Valkyrie wearing braces? They didn't have that level of Dental technology back in 700 A.D. How ridiculous. 0/10 F- Terrible film from another terrible director that couldn't direct people to their seats in a movie theater ifWhy was the Valkyrie wearing braces? They didn't have that level of Dental technology back in 700 A.D. How ridiculous. 0/10 F- Terrible film from another terrible director that couldn't direct people to their seats in a movie theater if you paid him to.

Real talk? This was like "Conan" meets a documentary on Vikings dramatized TV show, so basically.. just like anything on television these days. Its extremely, shockingly, stupidly, bonecrushingly mediocre for what should've been a decent action movie. Then again, this is the guy who directed the "Witch" with double V's instead of a singular "w" in the title. The Viiiiitch, had a lot of similar problems, but it was much more compelling and was obviously more of fantasy film then anything based off an ancient culture like say- actual Vikings.

Witches aren't real, they never were, the family went nuts, and it doesn't really matter because its a compilation of a lot the microcosms and general issues people had going on way back when the pilgrim's came to North (or more accurately EAST) America. Viking action films inspired by Conan would be great, but this IS Conan except boring and bizarrely anti-climactic as well. Couldn't get into it, too many big names, too many pretty faces, too many shirtless men running around when we all knew that most of the time- they fought naked. A disturbing lack of nudity all around, which would've probably insulted real Vikings if they were alive today.… Expand

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OlivierPielMay 14, 2022

Enjoyable entertainment, that blatantly but aptly copies scenes from masters such as Tarkovsky (pagan orgy in the woods - Andrei Rublev) or Cuaron's long takes (Viking raid on the Rus - Children of Men) for instance and fuses them withEnjoyable entertainment, that blatantly but aptly copies scenes from masters such as Tarkovsky (pagan orgy in the woods - Andrei Rublev) or Cuaron's long takes (Viking raid on the Rus - Children of Men) for instance and fuses them with brutal Hollywoodian escapism. Why not, if it introduces young people to superior art?

The "Hamlet" plot line is a bit simplistic but it is clear this film is not meant as a cerebral piece like, say, the excellent series Station Eleven that deals with the exact same topic. Second gripe: The lead female character is either miscast or just too thinly fleshed out. third: Too much Nicole Kidman and not Defoe and Hawk. Fourth: The resolution feels also a bit too "Star Wars" silly.… Expand

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getsmeliftedJun 5, 2022

Been a long time since a movie as entertaining as this came around. Trust me, this feels like how movies used to be made, with entertaining the audience as the main priority without cramming ideology down your throat. More of this please.

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ArminDRKJul 9, 2022

Good visuals but really bad acting,poor dialogues,poor plot,poor directing.

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xxgJul 21, 2022

We’d been looking forward to seeing this movie based on critics’ opinions, but oh, what a profound disappointment. Apparently, it’s easy to pull the wool over the eyes of ‘professional’ critics – all you have to do is incorporate a tinyWe’d been looking forward to seeing this movie based on critics’ opinions, but oh, what a profound disappointment. Apparently, it’s easy to pull the wool over the eyes of ‘professional’ critics – all you have to do is incorporate a tiny notion from Shakespeare and a name that sounds like Hamlet – and away you go! Put together a mockery of a movie and no-one will dare criticize it.

Within minutes, you will be pulled into an ambiance of unrelenting darkness and evil, without a glimmer of hope, humor or light. You will be subjected to 2 hrs and 17 mins of base barbarism, hatred, hacking, disembowelment, bloody gore, cheap poetry, cheap hackneyed sex scenes and a singular, boring, predictable plot line about characters you could not care less about. A conglomeration of ideas stolen from other creative minds (Shakespeare, Tolkien) it has none of the purpose or significance of an engaging story. The critics applaud it as “casting a light on our time”. Well, if senseless, demonic loathing is what you want to be subjected to in your free time – go ahead, watch it & eat your heart out (literally).

In the end (when it mercifully comes), are we supposed to feel empathy for the protagonist? Or his two ugly progenies? A man who shoved women and children into a barn and burned them alive without remorse? Please – give me a break! The only joy will be when you run out of the room, fix yourself a drink and look forward to never, ever watching anything from the creators of this utter waste of your precious 2 & a bit hours.… Expand

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jovincenApr 23, 2022

Really excellent brutal and real story from history. So much fake TV these days, refreshing to see a movie like this come out. Amazing!

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alejandro970Apr 22, 2022

The Viking legend that served as the model for Hamlet (not the other way around). What makes the film interesting is that they represent the Vikings with all the fidelity in the world, in a visceral way, without softening. It could be awkwardThe Viking legend that served as the model for Hamlet (not the other way around). What makes the film interesting is that they represent the Vikings with all the fidelity in the world, in a visceral way, without softening. It could be awkward for the shy, but it is sure to be one of the big surprises of the year.… Expand

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LingographyApr 24, 2022

This is ART. This is History. This is Masterpiece. Only thing that hurt this brilliant movie is studio and cuting. Eggers masterpiece. Real raw movie with briliant acting. Robert Eggers is truly one of the best ever.

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LuissDtApr 22, 2022

The Northman is a surprise from Robert Eggers, with a good script, cinematography, and production design.

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n8cv1996Apr 28, 2022

This is a good movie! This will go down as a Viking-movie classic. What I like about it most is that it played out like a Nordic myth — I feel like the plot of this movie would have been told to the people of its time. 8/10 in my view, butThis is a good movie! This will go down as a Viking-movie classic. What I like about it most is that it played out like a Nordic myth — I feel like the plot of this movie would have been told to the people of its time. 8/10 in my view, but anything higher is reasonable.… Expand

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BeardedYodaApr 26, 2022

I don't have much to say about The Northman except for this - you owe it to yourself to watch it. In my opinion, The Northman is not only the best Viking movie ever made, but could also very well be one of the best Historical Epics everI don't have much to say about The Northman except for this - you owe it to yourself to watch it. In my opinion, The Northman is not only the best Viking movie ever made, but could also very well be one of the best Historical Epics ever brought to film. This historically authentic and beautiful film is near flawless in every regard; I'm serious, It is really that good. Watch this movie, films like this deserve far more support than they've had.… Expand

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puddingplunderApr 29, 2022

Who wrote this dialogue? Not convinced by the accents. Appreciated the grittier realistic scenes in the villages but the supernatural elements felt way over the top. Ironic that the much lower budget “The Witch” was more mesmerizing andWho wrote this dialogue? Not convinced by the accents. Appreciated the grittier realistic scenes in the villages but the supernatural elements felt way over the top. Ironic that the much lower budget “The Witch” was more mesmerizing and convincing.… Expand

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efechan21Apr 25, 2022

Excellent movie. Robert Eggers goes perfectly with his filmografy. How cool would it be if he made a pirate movie

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WantedlunaticApr 23, 2022

Brutality,cinematogrophy,acting and soundtracks are awesome.A viking masterpiece.

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bertobellamyApr 22, 2022

Just like 'Dune,' 'The Batman,' and 'Mad Max: Fury Road,' 'The Northman' reminds us that blockbusters don't necessarily have to be soulless to appeal to a wider audience.

Robert Eggers — of 'The Witch' and 'The Lighthouse' fame — faces theJust like 'Dune,' 'The Batman,' and 'Mad Max: Fury Road,' 'The Northman' reminds us that blockbusters don't necessarily have to be soulless to appeal to a wider audience.

Robert Eggers — of 'The Witch' and 'The Lighthouse' fame — faces the biggest challenge of his career by taking charge of a big Hollywood production, risking creative control for the very first time. And, of course, as we know, he had to concede a lot to the studio; but if this is the edited version of it, I can see The Eggers Cut being the new McGuffin of the 21st-century cinephile. Either way, you really have to thank Eggers and everyone involved for the craft and the passion behind the so-called "most accurate Viking film" ever. Tracking shots are amazing; the violence is ruthless but precise; the production values are exquisite, and the acting is fine. Sure, the drama is not that well developed, especially during the second act, but the excitement of watching a group of berserkers raiding a village with absolute savagery, or witnessing an epic showdown in an active volcano cannot be understated. Vengeance is the main theme of the film, but I appreciate how Eggers and Sjón — cowriter — slow but surely create doubts in Amleth — the Hamlet similarities, of course, are no coincidence —, a prince in exile that must choose between hating the past or embracing the future. To be or not to be. Again, there's not that much originality in here, but it´s all about execution. In any other director, this would've turned out in the most generic way possible.

And, finally, you just have to surrender to the fact that this is Björk's first acting credit in more than a decade. That has to count for something.

Gonna patiently wait for the Blu-ray to complete an already magnificent experience. #ReleaseTheEggersCut… Expand

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LatinCritic13Apr 22, 2022

I have never seen a revenge epic like this since The Revenant and Robert Egger's The Northman is one of those films that will be talked about years to come. It's a Viking cinematographical masterpiece at its full glory.

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TVJerryApr 29, 2022

Robert Eggers has established himself as a director with a unique vision, who's capable of creating compelling cinematic experiences. His previous 2 films were The Witch and The Lighthouse. This time he goes epic in the story of a VikingRobert Eggers has established himself as a director with a unique vision, who's capable of creating compelling cinematic experiences. His previous 2 films were The Witch and The Lighthouse. This time he goes epic in the story of a Viking prince (Alexander Skarsgård going all in). After his uncle kills his father (Ethan Hawke) and kidnaps his mother (Nicole Kidman), he sets out on a painful quest for revenge. This is a dark, dramatic adventure with hallucinatory visuals (it is a legend after all) and violent outbursts (although it's often more implied than gory). Eggers has created a savage world with magical elements and cruel brutality that's always bleakly fascinating and sometimes more.… Expand

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LoomBoomApr 30, 2022

This is the epitome of a historical epic. If you have even a passing interest in Vikings, this is a must watch.

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DHReviewsApr 30, 2022

Robert Eggers continues to prove his talents this film. His third feature overall, The Northman evokes a classic Norse epic at grandoise scale. Written by Eggers himself and the well known Sugarcubes alum, poet and lyricist Sjon, the story ofRobert Eggers continues to prove his talents this film. His third feature overall, The Northman evokes a classic Norse epic at grandoise scale. Written by Eggers himself and the well known Sugarcubes alum, poet and lyricist Sjon, the story of the Northman in language and visual content comes across as a tale straight out of the Edda. The films epic scale and visceral storytelling comes across equally as powerfully within its cinematography, mastered by a returning Jarin Blaschke who joined Eggers on his previous film, The Lighthouse. Norse themes and motifs come alive in brilliant and traditional fashion thanks to a mighty score by Robin Carolan and Sebastian Gainsborough. Acting is also one of the films many triumphs, as Alexander Skarsgard, Anya Taylor-Joy, Nicole Kidman, and Claes Bang all bring their A-Game to this film. Eggers has proven to be an exciting new voice in Hollywood and thus far his films have held few missteps. If anything relatively negative comes from this third outing of his, it's that the film's a slow burn may not be some viewers cup of tea, and even for me (a large fan of his), the runtime lingers right on the edge of being a tad overlong. It's ending is also relatively abrupt considering the pacing of the film, which left me maybe yearning for a more resounding and drawn out finish. Still, the Northman is yet another well fletched arrow in this inspiring directors quiver, and Eggers continues to carve a strong path into the filmsphere.… Expand

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AJ_13Apr 26, 2022

What a cinematic experience. Epic in all levels and at the same time, surpisingly able to make me connect emotionally with the protagonist. Eggers merit is unmatched, with great shot composition and camera movement. I loved its mithology andWhat a cinematic experience. Epic in all levels and at the same time, surpisingly able to make me connect emotionally with the protagonist. Eggers merit is unmatched, with great shot composition and camera movement. I loved its mithology and rituals, and the ending was jaw-dropping.… Expand

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MromanApr 30, 2022

Fantastic movie that keeps true to Viking history. I highly recommend going to see it, however leave your childeren home.

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AmethystVenomApr 24, 2022

The Northman was more straightforward than I expected but I enjoyed every second. The pacing was brilliant. Eggers and teams attention to detail for this time period is really the star. Anya Taylor-Joy and Alexander Skarsgård gave incredibleThe Northman was more straightforward than I expected but I enjoyed every second. The pacing was brilliant. Eggers and teams attention to detail for this time period is really the star. Anya Taylor-Joy and Alexander Skarsgård gave incredible performances. The film was shot extremely well as you'd expect. Must see.… Expand

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MikeyMetaApr 26, 2022

Great film with a good plot. Action was great, dialog was good, cinematography was great and the theme has been written before but still manages to be refreshing and a turn-off at the same time

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DavromApr 28, 2022

I made an account to review this movie 10/10
First film that I have watched twice on theaters and im still hungry for more of this raw/strange world. Bravo, amazing film.

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Djhill42Apr 28, 2022

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After just one viewing of Robert Eggers first two films The witch and the lighthouse my initial scores were not nearly this high but this definitely feels like a more straightforward story. I will admit some things definitely confused9.5/10

After just one viewing of Robert Eggers first two films The witch and the lighthouse my initial scores were not nearly this high but this definitely feels like a more straightforward story. I will admit some things definitely confused me in the movie but they weren’t necessarily necessary things to understand at the time and eventually things happen later in the movie that clear up any confusion. The Valkyrie scene at the end was dope and visually stunning and was one of many visually stunning shots laced throughout the film. I absolutely think it’s safe to say after three films this is Eggers best looking and all the technical aspects of the movie are near perfect. The story is not as complicated as the lighthouse or the witch but Robert Eggers is absolutely a name anyone who follows and respects good films will know if they don’t already after this movie.… Expand

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RigafanMay 8, 2022

The 1 rating is only because the acting is fine, and the visual is fine, everything else can be overlooked and isn't worth your time or money. I came into this movie expecting something like, Kingdom of Heaven, but Norse/Viking version -The 1 rating is only because the acting is fine, and the visual is fine, everything else can be overlooked and isn't worth your time or money. I came into this movie expecting something like, Kingdom of Heaven, but Norse/Viking version - wrong. It is a generic, rushed and seems to only have been made for the main actor to show off his physic at every available point. The TV show on Amazon is much more 'real' and interesting with real storytelling. Don't fall for the reviews and praise.… Expand

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royalguy07Apr 23, 2022

+Truly special work with the soundtrack and the cinematography
+No wasted performance throughout
+Visceral and Enchanting

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KlebartMay 9, 2022

I wouldn't believe all those high reviews. The movie is dull. Don't expect it to be historically accurate or have the story to grab you. It won't. The movie also tries and fails to invest a supernatural aspect to the film well except, II wouldn't believe all those high reviews. The movie is dull. Don't expect it to be historically accurate or have the story to grab you. It won't. The movie also tries and fails to invest a supernatural aspect to the film well except, I guess, for the one scene that was partially stolen from Conan the Barbarian.… Expand

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raporgiMay 21, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its not a Viking skinned Conan that's for sure even though it lifts certain scenes from that movie. Some very cringe acting and weird nordic(supposedly) tinged English. As with Eggz previous films its all about the atmosphere. The movie cant seem to find its footing and doesnt know what it wants to be. Not enough action or boobs to be barbarian flick not enough mystery or horror to be a whodunnit. Its a pretty dull affair, I cannot understand what the fuss is all about. The fight choreography feels too artsy and rushed. Honestly the actor from True Blood cannot act, its just sad and tragic watching him try to act.… Expand

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averageMCJuserApr 26, 2022

Such a great movie. Visually stunning with fantastic production design and costumes. Watching this really made me feel immersed in the world Robert Eggers created. I guarantee though that MCU stans won't like this film because there areSuch a great movie. Visually stunning with fantastic production design and costumes. Watching this really made me feel immersed in the world Robert Eggers created. I guarantee though that MCU stans won't like this film because there are hardly any cringe quips to kill the tension or **** VFX. Just the first 10 minutes of this film are better than anything the MCU has ever put out. Marble could never… Expand

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trinexx208May 15, 2022

This movie was a big let down. The acting is meh and some of the fight scenes were somewhat entertaining but overall it was boring and weird. Don't expect a vikings epic or fantasy epic its a boring tale of revenge and not a good one.

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TomHugMay 20, 2022

Thin story with not enough emphasis on characters so you really don't care who kills whom, or who gets revenge against whom. Alexander Skarsgård carries this entire film. The film does have a successful overall look and feel, but I didn't buyThin story with not enough emphasis on characters so you really don't care who kills whom, or who gets revenge against whom. Alexander Skarsgård carries this entire film. The film does have a successful overall look and feel, but I didn't buy any of the relationships between the main characters, so the movie overall fell flat. Should have been fewer dance numbers, and more character interaction.… Expand

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robomartionMay 22, 2022

The bar in cinema has been set so low in recent years that boring, non-eventful scenes are OK. Old movies used to have a story and progress it with meaningful events every moment. The opening CGI was terrible which led to a scene withThe bar in cinema has been set so low in recent years that boring, non-eventful scenes are OK. Old movies used to have a story and progress it with meaningful events every moment. The opening CGI was terrible which led to a scene with terrible set design, which led to Nicole Kidman doing her usual terrible acting to a drawn out scene with unintelligible dialogue. We switched the Northman off after 10 minutes because nothing had happened and changed it to Goldfinger which we managed to watch all the way to the end without even thinking about it.… Expand

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PotterheadGleekJun 19, 2022

Oh yes is using the narrative of the hero's travel, but the Robert Eggers is so incredible and does impeccable work, audiences should go to the cinemas and support this kind of film and the more commercial ones. It has excellentOh yes is using the narrative of the hero's travel, but the Robert Eggers is so incredible and does impeccable work, audiences should go to the cinemas and support this kind of film and the more commercial ones. It has excellent cinematography, and great acting (hats off to Kidman, Taylor-Joy, and Skarsgard). Overall this film will take a heroic journey we all need.… Expand

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jforrestMay 25, 2022

I'm tired of revenge movies, though this movie is far beyond a typical movie of that genre.

Visceral, personal, immersive.

The visuals are exquisite. Every shot is a pleasure for the eyes, especially those in the dark.

An imperial masterpiece.

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imthenoobJun 6, 2022

The Northman is nothing short of an absolute bore. The trailer spells out the plot, which is incredibly predictable, and it does very little to maintain your interest. Couple that with weak acting by the cast, some awful CG, and a runtimeThe Northman is nothing short of an absolute bore. The trailer spells out the plot, which is incredibly predictable, and it does very little to maintain your interest. Couple that with weak acting by the cast, some awful CG, and a runtime that is at least 20 minutes too long and you got yourself a pretty weak movie.

To me, It felt like a lot of the things we were seeing (especially the CG heavy scenes) were totally unnecessary and just there for padding. I wish things had been more grounded and practical but sadly they weren't. This one is a disappointment.… Expand