Erik the Viking
Synopsis
The story follows Erik, a Viking who has grown weary of the senseless violence and pillaging that define his culture. After a tragic incident where he accidentally kills an innocent woman during a raid, Erik becomes thoroughly disillusioned with the Viking way of life. Seeking to end the age of Ragnarok—a period of darkness and warfare—he embarks on a quest to find the mythical island of Hy-Brasil. His goal is to awaken the gods and bring about a new era of peace and sunlight.
Production Info
Released
2004
Directed
Terry Jones
Starring
Tim Robbins
John Cleese
Mickey Rooney
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Erik and crew make land on the mythical Hy-Brasil
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Did you Know
The title role was played by Tim Robbins, although both Nicolas Cage and Mel Gibson were approached by writer & director, Terry Jones.
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