not too bad, but...

Rating: 5/10 (10 September 1999)

I really expected a great movie, because of his good preview, which showed a lot of cool action. After leaving the cinema, however, I was really disappointed.
There are too many points which are not logical or worse. First, he learned the viking language in a few weeks with "listening". (cool, I'd like to have this ability too) The first assault of the "eater of death"...there were soooo incredible many of them, but only to destroy a half-part of the village? And only 13 warriors can stop such an army?
The revenge, however, was cool and smart and had a lot of good action. The worst thing was the last assault of the "eaters", when the leader of them was killed after 30 seconds! No final-fight with Banderas who learnt also to be a warrior? Apropos Banderas. Why this few scenes with the woman? She was absolutely not important and failed.
In addition, if you like to see some bloody action and you are not interested in a good story, I recommend to watch the movie. The others shouldn't spend the money! 4/10