The Northman: Critics, reviews ... What does the press of this new Vikings epic think?
We all know, at the moment, the Vikings have the coast with the public. Soon available on our screens, The Northman has already been presented to a few privileged during preview sessions. Critics, reviews... What does the press think of this new Vikings epic?
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What is The Northman?
Let's start with the basics, because The Northman has been discreet throughout its development. The action feature film is signed Robert Eggers (The Lighthouse, The Witch) and scripted by Sjón , an internationally recognized Icelandic author for the film Lamb or Dancer in the Dark. After all, what could be better than an Icelandic rocked by Scandinavian myths to tell us a story of Vikings? In addition to this creative duo, production is a casting of Premeir Choice. Alexander Skarsgard (Tarzan, Big Little Lies) embodies the main character: Hamlet. The role of Queen Gudrun is entrusted to the Grande Nicole Kidman , awarded multiple times with the Oscar of the best actress in mind for her performance in The Hours (2002). Finally, spectators will find in the role of Heimir L’Idi l'Instruable Willem Dafoe , notably known for his roles in Lighthouse and Spider-Man.
The Northman is interested in the character of Hamlet and his quest for revenge in the heart of the Nordic lands. The young warrior must prove his value and avenge his father who was murdered by his own brother. An epic and impactful epic that takes us on the Viking territories of the 10th century.
What does the film the Northman think?
Sometimes qualified as “scandi-black” by some journalists, The Northman knew how to strike the press in the heart. At a time when we write these lines, The film shines on Metacritic and Rotten tomatoes with 83% and 89% respectively. Journalists seem to be dazzled by the action scenes qualified as violent and visceral, scenes that However, never seek to do too much. Robert Eggers managed to find the perfect balance for his work between exhibition plans that plunges us into this dismal universe, and the nihilistic and chaotic vision of this revenge story. An odyssey who oozes blood and underlines the sense of duty of the "Vikings" people.
Between the experimental project and the film of Vikings consumer public, The Northman explores a new cinematographic genre. The film may seem surreal as violence is incredible and the daring staging. The director Robert Eggers obviously knows how to punctuate the action sequences. He is also able to make spectators feel a real empathy for Hamlet, a character as bloodthirsty as touching in his own way. There is no doubt about it, The Northman will make an impression.
What are the press notes for the film The Northman?
Aggregators of “press” notes:
- METECRITIC: 83%
- Rotten Tomatoes: 89%
Press note:
- BBC: 3/5
- Collider: 83%
- Empire: 5/5
- Film Threat: 100%
- Little White Lies: 100%
- Observe: 4/4
- Polygon: 86%
- NME: 5/5
- The Atlantic: 95%
- The Guardian: 5/5
- The Hollywood Reporter: 80%
- The Independent: 5/5
- The Indie Wire: A-
- The Wall Street Journal: 100%
- Time out: 5/5
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Skwat42
Mp
1 hour ago
Ah, it's Nicole Kidman's film, whose poster was first displayed without title...
We have to wait for views of viewers now, the press tends to get carried away sometimes.
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