"Northern Man" movie review; Robert Aggers' impressive and unforgettable epic is perhaps his best film

Robert Ifgers likes to explore uncertainty in horrific situations in his films, whether through religion or skepticism in The Wizard. By questioning the mental health of the characters in "Lighthouse". Eggers defined both of these stories on a relatively small scale, and the locations of these works were remote houses on the edge of the forest and a small, claustrophobic lighthouse. It has somehow become the orchestrator of these little nightmares. Wizards and mermaids, as well as the fear of a world that no longer makes sense, grips the characters of the Aegres films, but in essence it is the uncertainty that penetrates into and under the shells of the characters, turning the first two Aegres films into stories that long after Watching them engages the audience's mind.

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Eggers's third film, The Northern Man, is a much larger canvas for the director's explorations, offering a broader and larger perspective than he's, but still the same uncertainty and Tact is enduring and just as effective. Written by Eggers and Sion, The Northern Man tells the story of a Viking warlord prince named Omlet (Alexander Skashgard) in an adventure of revenge. As a child, Amellet witnessed the murder of his father, King Orvandil (Ethan Hawke), by his uncle, Fulnier (Cleese Bang). He then vowed to avenge his father and save his mother, Queen Goodron (Nicole Kidman), who had been abducted by Fulnier men, and killed Fulnir.

" The Northern Man "begins with characters such as the stupid Himir played by Willem Dafoe, the ruthless nature of the time that enslaves the royal family, and the full-blown violence of the scenes. , Conveys exactly the same sense as the rest of Eggers's work, but as the film progresses, Eggers's tendency to uncertainty re-emerges in his story, and orthodox attempts at revenge are met with skepticism. This uncertainty is rooted in the form of Aggres's most concentrated film to date, and Aggres and Sion explore how evil causes evil, and that even the darkest scenarios are full of gray elements. The "Northern Man" eventually becomes a story about love, compassion, forgiveness, or giving importance to desires beyond revenge. At first glance, omelets look more like an animal than a human. He and his group invade a small village with murder and looting, and Skashgard looks almost like an animal with bent shoulders and is determined to kill anything in its path.

This initial stage tries to ignore his royal lineage, and we can see the deep anger that has lived in this man for decades. Aggers portrays the invasion almost like a combination of El Klimov's horror and anti-war film Come and See. He portrays the main character in adulthood and then immediately reveals that his actions are even worse and more brutal than the actions of his killer uncle.

"Northern Man" is based on the Scandinavian myth of Amellet, which inspired William Shakespeare for Hamlet, and does not represent the Viking story, but instead introduces familiar, shocking and new elements through the Eggers camera. Omlett moves toward his goal, and Eggers, along with his cinematographer Jarin Blask, who has shot Aggers's previous films, increases the horror and violence in the scenes. Anger overwhelms the nation, and we can see and feel it through the devastation it leaves behind. Agers and Sion do not necessarily act as pioneers in terms of narrative. However, their determination to show the horror of that period makes "The Northern Man" one of the most astonishing Viking stories of recent years.

Another key element that makes Eggers films so prominent He says that extraordinary performances are at the heart of his work, and this is certainly true of "The Northern Man." Skashgard is excellent in the role of omelet and shows the audience well the course of this character's thoughts, beyond his physical characteristics. It is as if Skashgard plays the role of a werewolf and has a strong desire for bloodthirstiness. Olga tells Ameth that she can kill different people, but it is better to capture their minds. Skashgard and Taylor Joey are great together, and both must be careful not to completely succumb to the rage that In addition to these two, "The Northern Man" is full of extraordinary performances that Most of them are seen from the orthogonal point of view. Kidman and Bang are brilliant in the maps that need further investigation to fully understand them. Bang as Fulnier portrays a calm and cautious man trying to do his best, and Kidman plays Queen Goodron with restraint, but the scene in which he expresses his resentment is one of the best scenes in "The Northern Man." However, what the "Northern Man" lacks from the rest of Ifgers' works is the perpetual madness that makes the "Wizard" and the "Lighthouse" look like a purgatory. If at the end of "The Wizard", he dedicates a moment to the main character's insanity and convulsions, and "Lighthouse" is a film about this feeling, but these characteristics have no place in the Northern Man. This lack is not crippling, but it seems that Aggers could have expressed a little more of this madness in his story.

But most of all, it is exciting to see Aggers working on this scale and in progress. Is. Aggress's style and stunning imagery fit nicely into a story of this magnitude, and he could later make an even larger film. The film is less focused on horror elements but still uses many similar techniques to attract the audience. There are few filmmakers who can turn small, limited stories into big epics, but Aggers proved with "The Northern Man" that his style and essence can remain intact no matter the size and scale of the story.

"Man "North" will be released in cinemas on April 22 (May 2), but it is not bad to check the opinions of critics of various publications that have seen the film before.

Richard Whitaker of Austin Chronicle

Score: 100 out of 100

"The Northern Man" is narrated like an old epic, and there is no mention of Hollywood cartoons of warriors in helmets, and the film pays homage to ancient tales.

Hannah Flint of Empire

Score: 100 out of 100

This intimate and culturally rich story is defined on an epic scale and in a brutal and violent way. Skashgard is unparalleled in its kind and adapts itself to the landscape of Eggers and Sion. This cinematic epic deserves praise.

Clarice LaFerry from The Independent

Score: 100 out of 100

In this period when historical epics are largely gone. Spending that much money on an author-centered historical epic is a big risk, but what a beauty risk it really is. I personally wish the "Northern Man" had $ 1 billion in sales.

Peter Bardshaw of the Guardian

Score: 100 out of 100

"Northern Man" It is a brutal, absurd and chaotic story about the endless cycle of violence and a story about choosing between loving friends and hating enemies. The story is so intriguing that it can not be overlooked. It is an incredible achievement that combines a bloody adventure with magic and folklore and challenges the viewers. "The Northern Man" can provide a window for audiences to take a closer look at Ifgers' work and be a little more curious about it, which is different from special effects films.

David Ehrlich of Induwire/h3>

Score: 91 out of 100

It's not like this is a punitive film, and if he likes to be watched only by a certain audience. Of course, they will eventually. Because this kind of filmmaking separates your soul from your body so hard that you may forget what year and period you live in.

Carlos Aguilar from Polylist

Score: 91 out of 100

Aggres's stunning masterpiece, The Northern Man, like his previous films, requires in-depth analysis and at the same time offers a high-dose action odyssey. Some of the elements chosen by the director as well as the overall behavior of the film may have different reactions. Aggers has created an ambitious work full of basic ideas and art. And it's a lot of fun. Violence breeds violence, and a life of unilateral hatred and revenge can lead to the revelation of sad truths. The film beautifully depicts the status of past conquerors in line with old epics. A superficial story about revenge and self-control ends, but it's really spectacular.

David Rooney of the Hollywood Reporter

Score: 80 out of 100

<"Northern Man" is certainly a good movie, but its hysterical intensity sometimes leads to too much stupidity. Of course, it does a great job of portraying a culture that is governed by cycles of violence. The coherence of Aggers' insights and thoughts, as well as the commitment of his colleagues, both in front of and behind the camera, is admirable.> This crazy movie has its own style and technique, and Prince Omlet, played by Alexander Skashgard, makes a fuss in this beautiful and violent mythical epic.

Tomris Lafley from Ivy Club

Score: 75 out of 100

"Northern Man" offers a lot to enjoy. It tells the incredible and terrifying story of the tenth century with meticulous attention to historical and mythological detail, as is to be expected of Eggers.

Roger Moore of movie Nation

Score: 75 out of 100

This is an epic film with new standards from Viking stories.

Lee Greenbelt from Entertainment

Score: 75 out of 100

San Francisco Chronicle

Score: 75 out of 100

By the middle of the movie, you might be wondering why Nicole Kidman chose such a poor role, but you just have to wait. Kidman's turning point is when he goes to extremes and gets mad, and in fact, Queen Goodron is one of his most fascinating roles.

Robert Daniels from Roger Ebert

Score: 75 out of 100

Aggers's psychological shock here is bolder and stronger than his previous work, but courage is only one of the positive features of this film.

Fionola Halligan from Screendale

Score: 70 out of 100

"Northern Man" is an entertaining, clever, and bloody movie, and it basically looks so interesting that you will not notice the passage of time while watching it.

Mark Hanson from Slant

Score: 63 out of 100

Robert Agers's new film is significantly wider than "The Wizard" and "Lighthouse" but seems chaotic And its psychological turmoil has not spread accordingly. He has strong ideas in the field of screenwriting, staging and composing his films, and "Northern Man" is nothing but a good impression of an original work, but Fa Height is an element of surprise in "The Wizard" and "Lighthouse". It has to be presented and it is very beautiful and elaborate but it has something small. The film twists a bit before returning to its original direction, and the lack of character development and anything else that adds depth to the film prevents the North Man from reaching his full potential.

Nicholas Barber from BBC Score: 60 out of 100

"Northern Man" has a distinct story compared to most US action and adventure films. Of course, it has its drawbacks, but it is quite spectacular and valuable. Actors: Alexander Skashgard, Ethan Hawke, Cleese Bang
Synopsis: The North Man tells the story of a Viking warrior prince named Omlet in an revenge adventure. As a child, Amellet witnessed the murder of his father, King Orundil, at the hands of his uncle, Fulner. He then vows to avenge his father and rescue his mother, Queen Goodron, who was kidnapped by Fulnier men.
IMDB rating for the film: 8.4 out of 10
Metacritic rating for the film: 83 out of 100
Year: 2022

Source: indie wire