
In the year 1206 Norway is raged by civil war. The King's illegitimate infant son, Håkon Håkonsson, which half the kingdom wants killed off, is guarded in secrecy by two men. A story which changed the course of the country's history.... (Full plot summary below)
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In the year 1206 Norway is raged by civil war. The King's illegitimate infant son, Håkon Håkonsson, which half the kingdom wants killed off, is guarded in secrecy by two men. A story which changed the course of the country's history.
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| Blu-ray.comBrian OrndorfThe cinematic essentials are represented, delivering big action in a rarely explored setting, successfully transforming this slice of warfare into a compelling, wonderfully snowbound adventure. |
| The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckThe dynamic ski chases are the most exciting, not to mention novel, element of this medieval epic, although there's plenty of fighting with swords, axes, crossbows, and bows and arrows as well. |
| Alternative LensJennifer HeatonThe Last King's basic story ... serves as the template for some stunning shots of frozen landscapes and some brilliantly done action sequences. |
| Rogues PortalStephanie CookeIt wasn't an action-packed flick that kept me on the edge of my seat but I enjoyed the history and the scenery and the Tormund. Oh, and the Vikings on skis. |
| Seattle TimesJohn HartlGaup deftly keeps track of the major betrayals without making them seem too obvious. |
| Radio TimesTrevor JohnstonThe resolution is predictable enough, but the movie's solidly satisfying overall, and grizzled Nikolaj Lie Kaas makes a very hissable villain. |
| Under the RadarZach HollwedelThe Last King is a mediocre adventure with some very pretty scenery. |
| SensacineQuim CasasA film that ends up being stimulating (and effective) for something as simple as provoking interest and curiosity for the deepest recesses of the historical period that recreates. [Full review in Spanish] |
| Cinemanía (Spain)Carlos MarañónA film that leaves us great features: evocative names, credible settings and, above all, amazing warriors. [Full review in Spanish] |
| Film Journal InternationalEdward DouglasA Norwegian history lesson that offers very little of interest for American audiences, unless they're really into skiing. |