apocsrevenge
Where, oh where can a person in the United States see this film? Or, does anyone know if this film will be released in the U.S.? And for those of you who have seen this film, where and how did you see it???? Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Many thanks to those who have taken the time to review this film regardless of your opinion.
katewings
This film is about illegitimate son's long journey to success. Vladimir was the first one kill his brothers (was the first one to do so in known Russian history) and simultaneously marry multiple women while having harem full of virgins. This was before, during and after his new-found Christian faith. Was there something good in him? Yeah. He "loved his mother" who was a kind of slave to his grandmother Olga.Thanks to so-called "peacefull conversion to Christianity" it took Vladimir Lenin just a minute to say "f@ck it" 1000 years after the events - and so-called religious Russia ditched it without much regret. Good job, both Vladimirs! Another reason for me to be ashamed of my compatriots - they care more about Vladimir's myth as a saint than about the lesson Russians should've learned from it. You cannot force love in any translation of this word from Greek: love for a woman (eros), brother (philia), mother (storge) or God (agape). Vladimir only loved his mother (according to his own words in the beginning, not his actions).Modern Russian domestic vikings in the 90s have killed and robbed their own people to become "princes", just like Vladimir did. And now they're sponsoring Russian Orthodox Church because of her all-forgiving "you're OK, but give us money" motto. Funny that history repeats itself this way.This movie is so bad it's actually good.
kippr_howard
This film is stunning! Not sure why there are so many negative reviews on this epic undertaking. As far as Viking movies goes, this is the best i've seen. The cinematography is epic, beautiful, and gives the film a fantastic vibe. The sets and costumes are wonderful and well crafted! The music is a perfect fit. I watched this in full Russian language first, without knowing what they were saying, and i still was able to follow the story and enjoy it thoroughly! I wish more films were made like this! 10 out of 10 for sure!!!! This is an excellent film! Well crafted, acted, shot! More movies NEED to be done at this level. Wonderful!-Kipp
GeorgeWHAMMYBush
This story baffles anyone confined to the restrictive and inaccurate western misinformation with regards to vikings/varangians. The story is told in perfect segments outlining the story of a Kiev Rus (Scandinavian founders of Russia) reclaiming his title. If somewhat familiar the context is derivative but of other stories of similar scope. The characters, costumes, and design all feature ancient European artifacts the Varangians were well known to have recovered during raids. The authenticity of the costumes makes other viking related material seem juvenile. If you compare this to the current Anglo/Keltoi created Vikings TV show you'll see. Vikings did in fact not have hipster haircuts and manscaped beards etc nor is there a single shred of evidence anywhere that viking women even existed let alone went on raids. If you love your Nordic history this movie is for you. Don't let the rating steer you away. Enjoy!
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