Nice period Folk Tale

Rating: 7/10 (12 June 2016)

-- Before I review I need to clarify a few things -- I am a person that loves rich old folktales (I loved the "Beowulf & Grendel movie 2005"). I personally believe that the tale should take the time it needs to take with no rush. If its told correctly, it is not always about what they say, its more about what they don't say. I also wholeheartedly cheer for the more natural pagan way of life.
That being said - I found this to be a very interesting & immersive tale. The general feeling of the period and the acting in my opinion(IMO) was very good. The tale for me seemed to had a life of its own, with subtleties being included as if it had a tale within the tale, this was very well done.
The intensity and delight for me was the clear set idea of showing how being involved in a family (or society) that is based on religious fanaticism can very easily lead to extreme Xenophobia and self-righteous accusations of others to the point of downright violence for the "cause" so to speak. This was very well portrayed in this movie IMO. (history also shows us this type of behavior with the Salem witch trials between February 1692 and May 1693)
Although from the start I will admit I had no real like for the family, so if I was supposed to eventually fear for their safety well it just never happened.
I am glad that I watched this movie alone so my moments of hearty laughter at certain delicate points did not disturb any other people that may have been watching in a theater setting.
The ending for me was very joyous and uplifting. Overall well done :)