Review of The Northman (2022) by Compi24 — 17 May 2022

This third feature-length outing from Robert Eggers finds the co-writer/director at his most accessible and — I think — his most creative. "The Northman" takes all of the universal appeal around the revenge story, injects it with Eggers's penchant for brutality, his eye for stunning imagery (both beautiful and horrific) and his incredible ability to evoke whatever period he sees fit to depict.

Wrapping it all up in the ever so faint trappings of an oh-so classic, Shakespearean tale, we're ultimately gifted with an unforgettably satisfying sort of "proto-Hamlet," featuring an unquestionably dedicated cast, some truly breathtaking set pieces and the thematic intangibles of a truly special cinematic experience altogether.

I really, really had a great time with this and think it's easily Eggers's most enjoyable flick to date.