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DVD ~ Antonio Banderas
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  • Actors: Antonio Banderas, Diane Venora, Vladimir Kulich, Dennis Storhøi, Daniel Southern
  • Directors: John McTiernan, Michael Crichton
  • Writers: Michael Crichton, Warren Lewis, William Wisher Jr.
  • Producers: Andrew G. Vajna, Casey Grant, Ethan Dubrow
  • Format: AC-3, Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Colour, Dolby, DVD-Video, Widescreen, NTSC
  • Language English, French, Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (US and Canada DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: R (Restricted) (US MPAA rating. See details.)
  • Studio: Walt Disney Video
  • DVD Release Date: 18 Jan 2000
  • Run Time: 102 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: 6305692688
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 55,534 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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What happened to The 13th Warrior? Directed by John McTiernan (Die Hard), it's the tale of young Arab ambassador Ahmahd ibn Fahdalan (Antonio Banderas), who's banished from his homeland for loving the wrong woman. On his journeys he associates with a ragtag group of Vikings who are travelling back to their homeland to confront a nefarious threat that's cloaked in such superstition they're forbidden to speak its name. It is prophesied by a witch doctor that 13 warriors must confront the evil; however, the 13th chosen man must not come from the north. Suddenly Banderas is forced into the breach, somewhat against his will. More poet than battle-worn warrior, he must not only fight the aggressors but come to terms with the unfamiliar Norse culture. What follows is a vigorous and brutal adventure reminiscent of Kurosawa's Seven Samurai.

Sumptuous and invigorating battle sequences fill the screen from beginning to end as the brave Norsemen battle insurmountable odds. Sounds good. So why did this film, once known as the Eaters of the Dead, sit on studio shelves for two years? Presumably because of the thoughtless editing that trimmed down the film to its bare bones, crafting an actionfest out of an epic. It's not often that you crave for a movie to be longer, but The 13th Warrior would have benefited from fleshing out of its subplots and characters. On the surface it's good eye candy with some fine pulse-quickening moments, and Banderas and the accompanying cast turn in sympathetic performances, epitomising camaraderie in the face of impending doom. However, if you're looking for a good thematic tale from the Dark Ages (akin to Braveheart), you may be disappointed. --Jeremy Storey

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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars "Lo they bid me take my place in the halls of Valhalla where the brave shall live forever!", 27 Mar 2007
By Tim Bentley (Shetland, UK) - See all my reviews
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John McTiernan's excellent presentation of Michael Crichton's story "The Eaters of the Dead" depicts an earlier time in our history, the days when Vikings roamed Europe and plied their trade overseas. The story centres around Ahmed Ibn Fadlan played by Antonio Banderas and his first contact with the 'North Men' lead by Bulwyf (Beowulf) played by the typecast Vladimr Kulich and follows his journey as he travels with them to face an ancient evil. Fadlan and Bulwyf and the other eleven warriors battle an unnameable horror in a far off Nordic kingdom that was shot in Canada but looks and sounds suspiciously like dark ages Scotland - one of the characters refers to a settlement in the next 'Glen'.

The story while alluding to the 'Saga of Beowulf' has a root in history in the tale of the 'Rus' as recorded by the real Ahmed Ibn Fadlan. Fadlan a scholar from Bagdad in the old kingdom of Persia was sent to the North to be an Ambassador to the King of Volga and recorded his experiences of a brutal civilisation of Viking Warriors (the Swedish 'Rus') with shockingly barbaric rituals and an existence based on superstition and violence. The movie tones this down somewhat but still maintains certain parts of Fadlan's writings.

Beautifully set and executed, this film is replete with battles, mystery and intrigue punctuated by some marvellous moments - a particular favourite of mine is when Fadlan says he cannot wield a Viking sword because it is too heavy; his Viking friend smiles, shrugs and simply says "Grow stronger". There were some inconsistencies though, certainly in costuming, but mostly a fine production. I would have liked to see some extras on the DVD, and in some places it is clear that the movie has been cut for length - what about the removed scenes?

A movie I watch time and time again if only to join in with the Viking battle chant before the 'Magnificent Seven' style last stand. A bloke's movie to be sure, but a terrific one.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Warrior movie with depth, 11 Oct 2003
By Durnovaria (England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The 13th Warrior [DVD] [1999] (DVD)
It disappoints me that the blurb for this DVD doesn't mention that it's an adaptation of Beowulf, based on Michael Crichton's book Eaters of the Dead. It's not necessary to know this to enjoy it, but it gives an extra edge to see how the classic legend has been adapted into a 'demythologized' form. I loved the scene where Ibn Fahlan is learning the Viking's language, and what he hears slowly morphs from Norwegian into English. An Ibn Fadhlan actually existed, and much of the intro - the Viking funeral and unsanitary washing habits - comes straight from his account of meeting the Rus (Viking merchants). An excellent and clever film - and one unusual in presenting a Muslim main character sympathetically and non-stereotypically.
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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, 8 Jan 2005
By T. Morris "Blue Fox" (Bristol, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The 13th Warrior [DVD] [1999] (DVD)
I picked up this Film when i was looking for an interesting film. I immediately realised that i had made a fantastic choice with 13th Warrior.
While it does not boast a star-studded cast (Antonio Banderas and Omar Sharif the only notables) the storyline is gripping and all of the vikings are played very well by the actors. The story follows Ahmed (Banderas) on a journey to the norselands to help a band of Vikings defend the kings small town, this all leads to great battles and an engrossing story of friendship and trust. A must see.
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2.0 out of 5 stars No plot, isn't that something of a problem?
I was keen to watch this but was quite disappointed.
There wasn't really a plot. That is - he's selected as the 13th warrior and just says 'OK, I'll come with you'. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Reggie B

5.0 out of 5 stars An action movie where the heroes are fallible.
I loved the book 'Eaters of the Dead' which I read way back in the 1970s. The film is very, very close to the book: however, I was surprised that they chose such an anodyne title... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Dick Pearson

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb!
This has been consistantly my favourite film for a long time. I don't know why? I have watched it six or seven times, always enjoying it, the story is pacey, there's humour,... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr. R. C. Auty

4.0 out of 5 stars Beards, rain, pine and mist...
Why do i enjoy this film so much? I absolutely love it. The soundtrack really supports the action of which there is a plenty. Beautiful picture, sharp and colourful. Read more
Published 13 months ago by D. Burchett

4.0 out of 5 stars GREAT FILM, SHAMEFUL LACK OF BONUS FEATURES...
I love this film, i mean LOVE it. Historical Fantasy at its very best.
Its easily as good as The Vikings (1958), better than Pathfinder (which i do like! Read more
Published 18 months ago by Adam Jackson

4.0 out of 5 stars The best Vikings vs. Cannibals adventure movie ever made!
The 13th Warrior is definitely the best Vikings vs. Cannibals movie. If that makes it sound like a down market schlocker, it's anything but, offering instead an imaginative... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Trevor Willsmer

5.0 out of 5 stars The best Vikings vs. Cannibals adventure movie ever made!
The 13th Warrior is definitely the best Vikings vs. Cannibals movie. If that makes it sound like a down market schlocker, it's anything but, offering instead an imaginative... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Trevor Willsmer

3.0 out of 5 stars A little disappointing... ... ...
I was drawn to this film having read that it features epic Braveheart-style battles between Vikings and Neanderthals. Read more
Published 24 months ago by P. R. Nokes

3.0 out of 5 stars Long faces or Longboats?
Ever since I saw Kirk Douglas dancing on oars in the Vikings (1958) I have always enjoyed stories about the pillaging Norsemen. Read more
Published on 13 Jul 2007 by Steven Morrison

4.0 out of 5 stars Great fun!
People are very picky about this film. It is an entertaining story by Crichton, well told by McTiernan. I have no idea why they fell out over this. Read more
Published on 10 Mar 2007 by Mr. Gareth I. Davies

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