Review of Valhalla Rising (2010) by Michael M — 08 Aug 2013

A visually stunning, distinctive and unpleasant Christianity tale based on Scandinavian mythology.

This review of Valhalla Rising (2010) was written by Michael M on 08 Aug 2013.

Valhalla Rising has generally received mixed reviews.

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