The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King

The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King

Something big is coming

Directed by Mikkel Brænne Sandemose

Produced by Sirena Film, Maipo Film

2017100 min6.8 / 10

A fairy-tale adventure rooted in Scandinavian folklore, following an underdog hero on a perilous quest to save a kingdom and his family's fortunes.

Espen “Ash Lad”, a poor farmer’s son, embarks on a dangerous quest with his brothers to save the princess from a vile troll known as the Mountain King – in order to collect a reward and save his family’s farm from ruin.

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  • Does The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.

  • Is The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

  • Is The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.

  • Is The Ash Lad: In the Hall of the Mountain King scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.

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Familiar shape, done well.

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Love60

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