413 reviews
I Enjoyed It
The low ratings are probably from those that expect an action filled superhero movie. This is a bit of a slow burner, but it's different and quite refreshing. Provided you're aware of that, then you'll likely enjoy it.
- onexmillion
- Aug 3, 2020
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Norwegian Magic On A Low Budget
I have been watching a lot of Norwegian movies recently and to be honest I have not seen a single bad one yet and this is no exception.
It shows what can be done on a low budget; the photography and landscapes are awesome, the story is intriguing from the very start and keeps you hooked and on the edge of your seat until the very end and puts a magic spin on the old real Norse mythology of Thor and the tree of life.
The people giving this a 1 or 2 stars have no right to be reviewing movies as this means it is the worst movie you have ever seen and if you don't have any idea of what ratings like 1 or 2 mean, you should not be doing reviews. It is almost as bad as the paid shills giving movies a 9 or 10 stars and this is definitely nothing less than a 7 star movie!
It would have gotten an extra star if it had not been for the rather abrupt ending which made me feel like they had run out of money or perhaps angling for a sequel and the main character could have had a better choice of actor but i liked the idea of replacing the usual musclebound, brainless Marvel nonsense with a more ordinary bloke; kudos to the director and may he make many more movies in future and hopefully a sequel as this beats the Marvel crash, bang , wallop ordure into a cocked hat!
If you enjoyed this movie then do try other Norwegian classics such as the magnificent disaster movies Bølgen (2015) and the sequel Skjelvet (2018), for horror try some Fritt vilt (2006) and one of the best thrillers I have seen in ten years Hodejegerne (2011) but do rent this Thor alternative or preferably see it at the cinema as this film is truly a joy to behold!
It shows what can be done on a low budget; the photography and landscapes are awesome, the story is intriguing from the very start and keeps you hooked and on the edge of your seat until the very end and puts a magic spin on the old real Norse mythology of Thor and the tree of life.
The people giving this a 1 or 2 stars have no right to be reviewing movies as this means it is the worst movie you have ever seen and if you don't have any idea of what ratings like 1 or 2 mean, you should not be doing reviews. It is almost as bad as the paid shills giving movies a 9 or 10 stars and this is definitely nothing less than a 7 star movie!
It would have gotten an extra star if it had not been for the rather abrupt ending which made me feel like they had run out of money or perhaps angling for a sequel and the main character could have had a better choice of actor but i liked the idea of replacing the usual musclebound, brainless Marvel nonsense with a more ordinary bloke; kudos to the director and may he make many more movies in future and hopefully a sequel as this beats the Marvel crash, bang , wallop ordure into a cocked hat!
If you enjoyed this movie then do try other Norwegian classics such as the magnificent disaster movies Bølgen (2015) and the sequel Skjelvet (2018), for horror try some Fritt vilt (2006) and one of the best thrillers I have seen in ten years Hodejegerne (2011) but do rent this Thor alternative or preferably see it at the cinema as this film is truly a joy to behold!
Not the cliche hero movies
It's not bad, really.
It deserves at least 7, maybe 7.3. But definitely more than 6.
The pace is okay. What ruins the movie is the sound effect/music. It gives a creepy feeling but in fact the scene is not creepy or eerie at all.
The same content/ideal probably will be ruined if the scripts falls into the hands of marvel.
Some American government agent puts together a team and ruin everything. I see this an irony to American's ego which is often translated as a heroic image in many movies. It's nice to have a different interpretation of what a legendary is.
Not someone genetically modified muscular tall guy. Not some rich intelligent entrepreneur wearing iron suits flying around. Ect...
It deserves at least 7, maybe 7.3. But definitely more than 6.
The pace is okay. What ruins the movie is the sound effect/music. It gives a creepy feeling but in fact the scene is not creepy or eerie at all.
The same content/ideal probably will be ruined if the scripts falls into the hands of marvel.
Some American government agent puts together a team and ruin everything. I see this an irony to American's ego which is often translated as a heroic image in many movies. It's nice to have a different interpretation of what a legendary is.
Not someone genetically modified muscular tall guy. Not some rich intelligent entrepreneur wearing iron suits flying around. Ect...
New gen superhero movie
The idea of portraying superhero movie was at a whole new level. The director made to sit me on the edge of the seat till the end of the movie. Actors performed well. I cant say where the movie fails to get such under rated. Please watch it.
- kathiravanvj
- Dec 31, 2021
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Too slow and some sloppy editing/cutting
This movie had potential. However the acting doesn't give credit to the story. The female lead is not convincing. She talks like a theatre actor. Staccato.
And, those small mistakes througout the film; They stand talking in front of her car, the sky is relatively clear and the ground is dry. Then seconds later they take off in the car, the clouds are low and the ground is wet after rain. A couple of these mistakes, at least. I guess they didn't have the time or money to do it properly, but it's annoying.
- Tor-Steinar
- May 31, 2020
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Just watch it.
Don't worry about the reviews being too low or too high. This is a decent movie, a little slower at times, but its not meant to be a non-stop action flick. Its more of a story.
I wish my version had subtitles as there is a decent amount of Norwegian in the movie.
Depressing, slow and boring.
You know.. what the hell happened here?
Øvredals last three movies are "Trolljegeren", "The autopsy of Jane Doe" and "Scary stories to tell in the dark". Three prette awesome movies. And then this? What!
It starts off depressing, and it keeps on being depressing, dark, slow and just a big downer all the way to the end.
The leads, Iben Akerlie and Nat Wolff have no chemistry, or very little at least. We don't get to know them at all. Nat Wolff is sulking and acting afraid. We get about a billion close ups of his face. He is also totally charmless, I'm sorry to say.
Overall the acting is ok tho. And it is kinda cool to see this kind of movie in norwegian. A lot of the dialogue is in norwegian.
The action is tolerable, if you can call it action? The movie looks pretty good. Nice nature. Probably the best thing about it. It's beautiful here in Norway. It's not exactly a bad movie, it is just slow, very uninteresting, and well, pointless. And again, Nat Wolff.. boy. He is so boring, and plays a character I don't care about at all.
And please get actual americans to play americans.
It starts off depressing, and it keeps on being depressing, dark, slow and just a big downer all the way to the end.
The leads, Iben Akerlie and Nat Wolff have no chemistry, or very little at least. We don't get to know them at all. Nat Wolff is sulking and acting afraid. We get about a billion close ups of his face. He is also totally charmless, I'm sorry to say.
Overall the acting is ok tho. And it is kinda cool to see this kind of movie in norwegian. A lot of the dialogue is in norwegian.
The action is tolerable, if you can call it action? The movie looks pretty good. Nice nature. Probably the best thing about it. It's beautiful here in Norway. It's not exactly a bad movie, it is just slow, very uninteresting, and well, pointless. And again, Nat Wolff.. boy. He is so boring, and plays a character I don't care about at all.
And please get actual americans to play americans.
- Finfrosk86
- Feb 27, 2020
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Fantastic
I am not surprised to see all these negative reviews. The World is really deteriorating if garbage like "Money Heist" gets 8 stars and movies like Mortal get below 6. The Audience by far is getting tasteless and is being impressed by Over Dramatic, cheap and instant gratifying special effect filled SH** creations.
This movie is not perfect. But it is such a beautiful attempt to tell a wonderful tale. The cinematography is top notch. The locations are breath taking. The story, although slow and imperfect is satisfying.
Yes it isn't a 9 Star movie but definitely a 7.5 star
This movie is not perfect. But it is such a beautiful attempt to tell a wonderful tale. The cinematography is top notch. The locations are breath taking. The story, although slow and imperfect is satisfying.
Yes it isn't a 9 Star movie but definitely a 7.5 star
- nikhil_mi2
- Aug 1, 2020
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6.5 Worth the watch if you have seen Trolls
I like this Directors way of story telling, he does a very good job of this Norse tale.
I enjoyed watching it I hope you do as well.
USA CA.
- timothyjlynch
- Aug 1, 2020
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Left wanting more
This movie has more intensity and storyline than some of the bigger movies of the superpowers genre.
It takes you on a deep and intriguing journey, with decent acting and great scenery.
Well produced, I found it more believable, although still touching on myths and legends but as ancient, rather than modern day.
Building and culminating in a riveting and exciting ending that leaves you wanting more.
- junenwaller
- Aug 5, 2020
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More Mortal than you
If you woke up one day and realized ... well you had a power ... I wouldn't call it a gift ... what would you do? Our main character here seems adament to find out what is wrong with him ... or is there something wrong with him? Well since he gets really hot (no pun intended, you may like him and his of course), there is something to be found out.
Now I understand that the slow burning (ok you knew that had to come, still no pun intended) nature of the movie may not be appealing to the masses. Actually it is the opposite of appealing. But if you power through it, the movie will give you something at least interesting to watch. While the ending may not be entirely surprising, the fact that some feel this is just a stepping stone to a sequel is also a fair argument. There is value in this and there is fun to be had (especially considering the blockbusters we may have watched the last couple of years) ... interesting character study with quite a lot of special effects. Not a troll hunter, but a superhero hunter (maybe)
Now I understand that the slow burning (ok you knew that had to come, still no pun intended) nature of the movie may not be appealing to the masses. Actually it is the opposite of appealing. But if you power through it, the movie will give you something at least interesting to watch. While the ending may not be entirely surprising, the fact that some feel this is just a stepping stone to a sequel is also a fair argument. There is value in this and there is fun to be had (especially considering the blockbusters we may have watched the last couple of years) ... interesting character study with quite a lot of special effects. Not a troll hunter, but a superhero hunter (maybe)
Disappointing, fairly terrible
The enormous number of good reviews and high ratings are unbelievable-as in I don't believe they are real. It's as if some huge organization of Norwegian people participated in a campaign to promote this bad movie. The scenery is nice, but otherwise it's a complete waste of time. Thin, ridiculous plot. Thin, ridiculous characters.Terrible acting.
- connie-mclennan
- Feb 5, 2021
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In my opinion well worth watching
Well is he a relative of Thor, or Thor himself HMMM!!!! Not giving anything away so I guess you will have to watch it yourself, Boring at times but still worth watching. James Welch Henderson, Arkansas 12/11/2020
I'm really surprised that I finished this movie
Looks like some low budget amateur movie with a silly plot but some how you want to know where all this is going even though it was obvious.. very fast forward romance.. insane plot holes and illogical decisions.. Very Mediocre acting.
I gave this movie 4 stars just to avoid offending the Norwegians
- amarrevolver
- Aug 30, 2020
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Uexpected good
I expected the movie to be quite depressive, plot a bit unexpected, but the ending was really great. It kind of remineded me of brightburn. A man who is expected to be good and fight for humanity, but turns out to fight against humanity.
- antonantonius-79604
- Jan 23, 2021
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Modern Day Turkey?
This movie was so bad that I laughed out loud several times. The acting is horrible, plot is abysmal and the dialogue terrible.
+1 for special affects and some cool angles.
+1 for special affects and some cool angles.
Speechless. probably the best film ive watched All year.
Ive been left with goose bumps after watching this.
I registered just to review this, and thats saying something.
If historical mythology is up your street, particularly aimed at Vikings, and Old Norse, then you will enjoy this. Its a movie about discovery, without spoiling it too much.
Its a slow burn, but anticipation grows and your left with arguably the best film I've watched in recent years. Id even argue its better than most mainstream films. It has a hint of a "Bmovie" about it, but the special effects used, look believable and outstanding. It never felt over done or overly Cgi.
The acting was decent. The dialogue and script for Priyanka Bose's part as Hathaway felt hollywoody. I REALLY hope theres a sequal coming, and wasnt a one off. The entire film was staged perfectly for a sequal, and there's so much more that could be told.
If historical mythology is up your street, particularly aimed at Vikings, and Old Norse, then you will enjoy this. Its a movie about discovery, without spoiling it too much.
Its a slow burn, but anticipation grows and your left with arguably the best film I've watched in recent years. Id even argue its better than most mainstream films. It has a hint of a "Bmovie" about it, but the special effects used, look believable and outstanding. It never felt over done or overly Cgi.
The acting was decent. The dialogue and script for Priyanka Bose's part as Hathaway felt hollywoody. I REALLY hope theres a sequal coming, and wasnt a one off. The entire film was staged perfectly for a sequal, and there's so much more that could be told.
Norrøn Mythology...????
No matter how you look at this film, it is entertaining. Being Norwegian I watch it as that - Norwegian. What I saw was an honorable effort to make a countable film. It did not reach all the way. To me, it failed at all the references to christianity, and the prolonged slow pace. Also - it stressed the religious part too much. But I did appreciate the mountains, fjords and waterfalls. So - you made Trolls, now this - not so good - good luck with your next film.
It was ok
Nothing very spectacular about this film. Had a few good scenes here and there, but mostly dragged. I wouldn't say it was terrible, I wouldn't say it was great. Just ok. I guess if you can't find anything to watch, give it a shot.
- Draysan-Jennings
- Jul 28, 2020
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Forget Marvel's Movie Thor for a bit...
- thevoodooroom
- Sep 29, 2020
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Mixed bag
- hemipristis
- Jan 15, 2021
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Very poor attempt of recreating a mythical legend
Firstly the Norwegian scenery is beautiful and for that I give 2 stars
As for the movie zero stars the male lead is awful has a dead pan expression from start to finish and as much charisma as bottle of flat bubbly and if he is supposedly representing Thor or another North God then poor choice
The psychologist after meeting him for 15 minutes ends up 2hours later running off and falling in love yeah right🙄
There are so many flaws for me it is more of a comedy , a comedy of errors!
The psychologist after meeting him for 15 minutes ends up 2hours later running off and falling in love yeah right🙄
There are so many flaws for me it is more of a comedy , a comedy of errors!
Great basic story idea undermined by a very poor script
- williamdeanauthor
- Apr 27, 2021
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Zero message movie.
Average, but...
The director is more than capable, the script is not so bad, but the acting is... awful. I mean, the cast makes you throw up.
The main character Nat Wolff is awful as an actor, at least in this movie, no way he can be the main character in this film. Priyanka Bose the same, and Iben Akerlie is an amateur.
I couldn't stand the three of them. OK, I know this is a medium-low budget film, placed in a typical norwegian environment, but that's not excuse.
I really don't get it, I'm not norwegian, but I understand the language pretty well, and there are some good actors out there, with an impressive frame and acting skill who could have done a much better acting.
The casting director of this film should be banned from the film industry.
There's nothing much to say, just don't watch it. Don't waste your time with this one.
- juan-rg-06933
- May 30, 2020
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