The Saga of Burnt Njál (1981)
- Original title
- Brennu-njálssaga
- Directed by
- Friðrik Þór Friðriksson
- Genre
- documentary film, drama film, experimental film
- Country
- Iceland
- Runtime
- 18 min
- Rating
- 7.5 of 10 from 2 voters
- Elsewhere
- IMDb
How it feels
This film tells the story of a man named Njál from ancient Icelandic sagas. It shows how he and his family meet a tragic end when they are burned alive in their home.
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