“Vikings” - a historical series that tells about the Scandinavian tribes. It was released in 2013 and immediately became popular. An exciting plot, a variety of characters make the series interesting. In many lists and ratings, the Vikings series takes pride of place. Reviews about it are contradictory, but one thing is for sure: this picture is worth watching.
Project work
The new series pleased the audience with its colorful and reliably recreated cold Scandinavian atmosphere. And it is no coincidence, because the shooting took place in Ireland and in the north of Europe.
Work on the project was led by a group of directors: Kiaran Donnelly, Ken Girotti and Johan Renk.
The screenwriter of the Vikings series is the famous Michael Hurst. Previously, this man worked on such films as “Xena”, “Borgia” and “The Tudors” - historical films that were very successful. The music for the series was written by composer Trevor Morris, and the main operators were P.J. Dillon and John Bartley.
A significant contribution to the development of the series was made by artists. They made many storyboards for siege and battle scenes. Especially for the filming of the Viking, several buildings were erected. It took a huge amount of scenery, work was done with computer graphics.
The film crew created a wonderful picture - the Vikings series. The actors and the roles they play harmoniously fit into the overall atmosphere of the narrative.
Travis Fimmel - Ragnar Lodbrok, a cunning and powerful Viking
This warrior was considered a descendant of Odin, sent to earth in the human body. Ragnar is a cunning, resourceful and intelligent person who is ready to sacrifice everything on the path to fame and recognition. He was once a farmer, but he chose the path of a warrior. For him, even his wife, Lagerta, does not have value. Throughout the plot, Ragnar has several intrigues with women who play minor roles in his life.
In the second season, the audience will have a surprise - Ragnar will finally achieve his goal and conquer the throne. The confrontation of the tribes, the war and the siege of Paris - all this fell to the lot of the young warrior. His arrogance, conviction of his own exclusivity and divine origin make Ragnar a leader, because he leads the viking journeys. Together with his associates, he opens up new lands and annexes them to his kingdom. Ragnar is ready for any blows of fate: he will not be stopped by bloody sacrifices in honor of the gods, or by signs that are served by heaven. Viking's cruel, calculating mind is what helps him overcome trials.
Katherine Winnick - Lagertha Strong
In the role of the wife of the chief Viking of Ragnar, Lagerta, Katherine Winnick acted in the film. This hypostasis is very unusual for the actress. Her previous work is shooting in romantic comedies and action films. Nevertheless, she showed herself well in the role of a warrior.
The fate of the blonde Valkyrie Lagerty is not easy, and her life is full of dangers. The heroine’s husband is often not at home, but she is able to protect the children and herself. The people even called Lagerta fearless. She knows how to fight and wields a sword no worse than any male warrior. In addition, Lagerta copes well with battles with a shield, which is also considered a difficult and rare skill.
The storyline of the relationship between Ragnar and Lagerta is complex. Their ties were fixed by the gods, the fate of the heroes forever connected with each other. The woman has a lot to do: battles, betrayal of her beloved husband, death of loved ones. However, the strength of her spirit can be envied, because the heroine will cope with all difficulties. The story of her fate can rightfully be considered one of the most exciting.
Gustaf Skarsgård - Flocky, another key character
Flocky is one of the brightest heroes in such a courageous film as the Vikings series. Reviews from the audience rarely do without a description of the nature and fate of this person. Flocky is the best friend of the main character of Ragnar. This Viking is just as cunning and agile as his companion. Together they overcome many difficulties. On the example of Ragnar and Flocky, you can understand what real male friendship is.
This hero is an excellent shipbuilder. His ideas save Ragnar more than once and help him on his hikes. Together with Flocky, at the very beginning of the series, Ragnar sets off on a journey that promises him a lot of gold. It should bring the Vikings and eternal glory.
It might seem that Flocky is in the shadow of the brilliant leader Ragnar. However, this is not so, because this hero is original and interesting to the audience quite differently than the descendant of Odin, and although he appears in the plot inextricably with the main character, it can exist separately from him. He even has a special nickname - Raven. Friends are faced with difficult trials and conflicts. The friendships of such different personalities make the series truly exciting.
Clive Standen - The Brave Rollo
Rollo illustrates the most expressive image of a Viking in the series. Unlike Flocky, he really is in the shadow of his brother, the strong and crazy Ragnar. Rollo always feels second. He is even in love with Lagertha, the wife of his brother. Rollo is a romantic, courageous and honest man who is ready to lay down his head for a dear person.
Despite the fact that Rollo is older than his brother, he is often imprudent, and Ragnar has to bail him out. The relationship of the brothers is one of the central lines in the series, which gradually develops and reveals the characters of the characters to the audience. Despite Rollo's envy, Ragnar treats him like a brother, the closest and dearest person. However, their invisible hostility must one day end, and no one knows what this story will turn out under the name of the series “Vikings”. Actors and roles make you think about many things: life and death, love, friendship and betrayal. However, using the example of Rollo, one can make sure that family ties are often stronger than all others and never disappear.
The Secret of Viking Fearlessness
Many European nations have always marveled at the fearlessness and courage of the Vikings in battle. The secret of their many victories is that they were not afraid of death. The creators of the series “Vikings” paid a lot of attention to this fact. The battle scenes abound with details of how heroes die. Each Viking is ready to die, standing firmly on his feet and holding a sword in his hand.
In Scandinavian culture, this phenomenon has a talking name - "the death of a real warrior." If a person dies with courage, he goes to heaven, to an eternal feast in the kingdom of Asgard. He is accompanied by beautiful warriors, Valkyries. Such a departure from life was considered ideal for every Viking. Many heroes often mention this in dialogs, and some even dream of meeting the Valkyries as soon as possible, which is why the battles in the series are shown to be especially fierce and colorful in order to convey morale and fuse of heroes. Cold shine of weapons, burning eyes and scarlet blood - all this characterizes the series most vividly. Endless sieges, battles and skirmishes await the audience in this movie. The series “Vikings” is the most exciting picture of the year.
Vikings hiking
An important role in the series is assigned to the travels of the Scandinavian tribes. Various events force the heroes to withdraw from their homes the entire series “Vikings”, season 1. Reviews giving a positive assessment of the new series, in which the characters cover a huge distance on the boats, are always the most numerous. Team spirit and willingness to help brothers are felt.
Ragnar is the leader in the campaigns of the tribe, and with it the Vikings discover new lands. They travel on a special ship, a drakkar, which has a specific structure, thanks to which the ship is extremely fast. Viking rooks were built only from strong wood. The elasticity of the sail is another advantage of their ships.
In travel, the heroes moved close to the shore so as not to lose visible landmarks. Also, tribes determined their location by stars and the sun. Fog has always been fatal to Viking ships. However, in the series, another way of successful shipping is shown - sun stones, which only the descendant of the gods have, and therefore Ragnar. The ability to determine the position makes it the main thing in all campaigns, and the veil of secrecy creates a mythical atmosphere around Ragnar.
Religion in the plot of the series
The life of the Scandinavian tribes is inextricably linked with their gods. Religion for these peoples is the basis of their culture and social life. The heroes of the series “Vikings” often turn to the gods of Asgard in their prayers. These gods are glorified in one of the oldest Scandinavian works, the Elder Edda. Ragnar repeatedly quotes Edda’s songs and recalls Odin, his forefather. This is one of the central gods in the Viking religion, who, according to legend, gave his eye for the sake of knowing everything in the world. His wife Freya is also considered an important character. She is an example for Lagerta. Strong Freya, like Lagertha, fights for herself and her honor, and also experiences the betrayal of her husband.
The Vikings have a completely different attitude to Christianity. The Scandinavians dismiss European beliefs, but the king Ragnar uses this to achieve his goals. Vikings undergo a baptismal ceremony several times in order to receive valuable gifts from Christians. This historic event is very clearly shown in the TV series "Vikings".
The series "Vikings": reviews and reviews in the world
The budget of the first season of the series amounted to $ 40 million, that is, four million was spent on each series. Such a scope could not fail to interest film critics. Viewers around the world positively accepted the film adaptation of the story of the Scandinavian warriors, and the Viking series is still being released in our country. After this premiere, Russia released several rental discs with professional dubbing.
The costumes and sets involved in the series were highly appreciated by the audience. The size of the cathedral, which was built specifically for filming the defense of Paris, surpassed all the scenery of European films over the past 5 years. The film crew used extras from hundreds of people, and then from thousands. The process of making the film was difficult, but the result met the expectations of the audience. Historical accuracy is the main feature of such a film as the Vikings series. Reviews of the film were much better than the creators expected.