 Antonio Banderas (The Mask Of Zorro) brings huge star power to an immensely thrilling action-adventure from the hit-making director of Die Hard and The Thomas Crown Affair! An exiled ambassador far from his homeland, Ahmed (Banderas) comes across a fierce band of warriors who are being attacked by ferocious creatures legendary for devouring all living things in their path! And when an old fortune-teller warns the combatants that they are doomed to failure without a 13th warrior, Ahmed is given no choice but to join their battle and help conquer the mysterious enemy! Suspenseful and endlessly exciting, this exhilarating hit is sure to thrill anyone who enjoys action on an epic scale! Storyline: In AD 922, Arab courtier Ahmad Ibn Fadlan accompanies a party of Vikings to the barbaric North. Ibn Fadlan is appalled by the Vikings customs-- their wanton sexuality, their disregard for cleanliness, their cold-blooded human sacrifices. And then he learns the horrifying truth: he has been enlisted to combat a terror that slaughters the Vikings and devours their flesh. Written by Cast Notes: Antonio Banderas (Ahmed Ibn Fahdlan), Vladimir Kulich (Buliwyf), Dennis Storhøi (Herger the Joyous), Daniel Southern (Edgtho the Silent), Neil Maffin (Roneth), John DeSantis (Ragnar the Dour), Clive Russell (Helfdane the Fat), Mischa Hausserman (Rethel the Archer), Oliver Sveinall (Haltaf the Boy), Asbjørn 'Bear' Riis (Halga the Wise), Richard Bremmer (Skeld the Superstitious), Tony Curran (Weath the Musician), Albie Woodington (Hyglak the Quarrelsome), Omar Sharif (Melchisidek), Erick Avari (Caravan Leader). User Comment: pharalinga Southern Oregon, USA • Action! Adventure! Incredible scenery and cinematography! But best of all a wonderfully powerful cast! As the deep and thoughtful chieftain Buliwyf, Vladimir Kulich was splendid. He played his part with dignity, power and intelligence. Another stand-out performance was that of Dennis Storhoi who played Herger the Joyous. Perfect timing and temperament. Really fun to watch. Antonio Banderas as the narrator of the piece and, incidentally, the 13th warrior was also fun to watch. He has a knack for humor and uses it well. The whole ensemble cast was a joy to watch as they moved through-out the film as a team of men who valued each others strengths and talents. The camera work in this film is dangerous and thrilling. Our perspective is intimate and that lends a great deal of excitement to the movie experience. Thank you Mr. Menzes! The 13th Warrior is for anyone who believes in honor, valor and courage. Also, for anyone who likes Vikings, horses, battles, blood and gore or men. Women who like men will like this movie! Summary: I loved this movie! IMDb Rating (03/14/15): 7.0/10 from 187,702 users IMDb Rating (10/23/09): 7.1/10 from 61,805 users
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