Filmed in the harsh landscapes of Iceland , intended to represent southwest Sweden and Denmark around 500 AD. Plot Summary
The 2005 film is a realistic, gritty reimagining of the classic Anglo-Saxon epic poem. Starring Gerard Butler as Beowulf, the movie strips away much of the supernatural "superhero" elements of the original text to explore the human motivations behind the conflict. Movie Overview Release Date: September 14, 2005. Director: Sturla Gunnarsson. Main Cast: Gerard Butler as Beowulf. Stellan Skarsgård as King Hrothgar.
TIFF Report: Beowulf & Grendal Review - Gerard Butler Dot Net
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