The Northman Review: Early Reactions Call Alexander Skarsgard's Viking Film Brutal and Epic!

If fans were worried about the talks of studio interference affecting The Northman, then worry not. Early reactions for Robert Eggers' Viking revenge film are in, and it's being hailed as a masterpiece. Many are calling it Eggers' most accessible film to date, but still remaining true to his vision. Alexander Skarsgard and Nicole Kidman in particular are getting a lot of praise. Check out some of the reactions below.

The Scale Seems to be Big!

all you need to know about The Northman — a $90 million viking revenge movie directed by Robert Eggers — is that every single moment of it feels like a $90 million viking revenge movie directed by Robert Eggers.

— david ehrlich (@davidehrlich) April 5, 2022

Epic!

There's a press embargo for THE NORTHMAN. Fortunately, we're not press. The film is incredible. Fully realized and epic, it reaffirms we're in the hands of a master filmmaker. Eggers is the one. pic.twitter.com/2oDggwqh6H

— Beyond Fest (@BeyondFest) April 5, 2022

Masterpiece!

I've been a huge fan of Robert Eggers for years, but THE NORTHMAN is truly his masterpiece. Brutal, fearless, & audacious, it feels like the kind of cinematic epic we don't see very often anymore. It's a ferocious & stunning work of art & Alexander Skarsgård rules. #TheNorthman pic.twitter.com/Cs8Zgbktuc

— Heather Wixson (@MMEFXBook out 10/20!) (@thehorrorchick) April 5, 2022

Five Stars!

It’s a crying shame that THE NORTHMAN has been so criminally mishandled because it’s precisely what blockbuster cinema should aspire to, and still has the potential to be. Formally audacious but welcoming; easy to follow but not, simply, a guided tour. Five big ‘ol stars. Björk! pic.twitter.com/vXpDLOrU7b

— Jack King (@jackarking) April 5, 2022

Jawdropping!

Wow. #TheNorthman was incredible. Robert Eggers at the top of his game. Stunning, shocking, jawdropping and unforgettable. Talks of studio interference were highly exaggerated; this is purely an Eggers movie through and through. It is truly a miracle that this movie exists.

— ahmad (@thisisnotahmad) April 5, 2022

Spectacular!

The Northman is spectacular. It’s surprisingly Eggers’ most accessible film, but no less immersive in its authentic feel. It’s a gripping revenge story that keeps its hand around your throat & visually stunning. Compelled me to whisper "holy shit!" several times. #TheNorthman pic.twitter.com/5VDbxIqU0s

— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) April 5, 2022

Visceral!

Robert Eggers’ #TheNorthman is hauntingly visceral & super transfixing. You definitely won’t be able to take your eyes off this blood-soaked revenge tale. Alexander Skarsgård is a BEAST & ferocious throughout. Nicole Kidman has a couple scenes that floored me. Daring & devilish pic.twitter.com/9DMX3Mm4sq— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) April 5, 2022

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