The 13th Warrior

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Mark B Simple straight forward story but I enjoyed it. Like the culture clash a our small hero. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/13/25 Full Review Hughe J The 13th Warrior was released in theatres in 1999 and stars Antonio Banderas and a bunch of unknown actors who all turn in surprisingly decent performances. During the dark ages Banderas is sent on a diplomatic mission and ends up the lands controlled by Vikings. He soon becomes involved in a battle to save a village from mysterious invaders who turn out to be a large horde of cannibals. Large fight scenes ensue as Banderas learns more about his comrades and the Viking people. The movie had a lot of issues on release with an out of control budget, fired directors, interfering film studios, bad critic reviews, and apathetic audiences. But for me this is a pretty fun movie. It's based on a novel by Michael Creighton, which I've since read and enjoyed, was originally directed by John McTiernan who is very talented, and the score was done by Jerry Goldsmith who turns in another decent soundtrack. The acting is good, the fight scenes were fun, the plot meanders but gets you there, and I liked the ending. This is just an entertaining movie overall and certainly worth a watch. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/27/25 Full Review Alex S One of the greatest movies of all time. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/26/25 Full Review Babawonga L There is only one real criticism of this film that makes sense and that is that it is too short. It feels like some parts were cut (such as the fast recruitment of the warriors skipping a few), but beyond that the film is a masterpiece. The acting is top notch, with even minor characters with few lines demonstrating unique personalities, something many films can't do with main characters. The scenery is gorgeous, the action intense, and the story a retelling of a classic. What truly makes this movie are the characters and if that is focused on there is no denying it is outstanding. Critics continue to demonstrate why no one should pay them any attention (not that I'm certain anyone does). Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/16/25 Full Review Scott W A brutal hatchet job. I can't understand how you could turn Crichton's great book into this utter nonsense. The Beowulf myth is deep and rich. This film is a disgrace to that epic tale. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 07/01/25 Full Review Audience Member The 13th Warrior is an underrated gem. The storyline is gripping, the acting is strong across the board, and the villains are genuinely menacing. The central conflict is engaging, and the pacing kept me enticed from start to finish Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/20/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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