Spell

The good thing about this movie is that it had y attention for almost the entire movie. The unfolding of the story is intriguing, and makes you want to know what's going to happen, but the ending wasn't very satisfying, at least not to me. Too open and unexplained for me. The acting was certainly not bad, and that from the whole cast. Nice landscapes shots also, too bad the story is not really delivering in the end. I guess it's worth a watch, but it's not a keeper.

This is one of those movies that is a bit raw in that it comes across as low budget but with a captivating plot that keeps your interest. As Benny confronts his loss and flaws he submits to more in hope of answers. And this is one point of bewilderment for me as a viewer in attempting to understand the ultimate outcome in my own mind. This has led me to internet research that has proved fruitless in clarifying what the movie achieved, and therefore rating it at first 5 starts, but then 6 when it certainly has kept me thinking about it and wondering if I missed something in trying to understand it. I will leave it there since a conclusion to what this movie was really about is, well, uncertain but entertaining.

Acting: 7 Story: 7 Production values: 5 Suspence - thriller level: 6 Action: none Mystery - unknown: 9 Romance level: 8 Film noir ~ neo noir density: 6 Comedy elements: 5 Overall: 6

All my friends into Viking magic and runes, will be entertained by this new movie on Amazon Prime. Its about the ugly American traveling in Iceland, learning about its history and religious superstitions. Its transforming and enlightening as you travail the journey with him through the books of ancient Eddas. The knowledge he gains is really about himself as many magical events unfold. Pax, enjoy, and tell me what you think? Murf

..as it will simply grab you with good pace, good actors, good humor and suspense. Dont read too much upfront, as you want the story to unravel.

Then read all reviews in full afterwards.

And, you might even be intrigued and want to know more about islandig magic and folklore, that's what I will do.

Certainly a special film; not perfect, but rarely anything like that around. Meant in a good way :)