When is The Northman cinema release date in the UK and what are the reviews saying?
manchestereveningnews.co.ukCritically-acclaimed film The Northman is coming to UK cinemas this week. The epic historical fiction film is based on the medieval Scandinavian legend of Amleth - who was the direct inspiration for William Shakespeare’s character Hamlet.
The Northman has received particular praise for its direction, production values, atmosphere and performances of the cast. It is directed by Robert Eggers, known for acclaimed horror films The Witch and The Lighthouse - and stars Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman and Ethan Hawke.
Read on to find out more. Read more: The Sonic the Hedgehog 2 cast - including Jim Carrey and Idris Elba The synopsis for the film reads: “Prince Amleth (Skarsgård) is on the verge of becoming a man when his father (Ethan Hawke) is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy's mother (Kidman).
Two decades later, Amleth is now a Viking who raids Slavic villages. “He soon meets a seeress who reminds him of his vow -- save his mother, kill his uncle, avenge his father.” The film has been widely lauded by reviewers.
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