The Ballad of the Viking King, Holger the Dane
This puppet film is a visually rich interpretation of the national hero Holger Danske. The story begins with Holger's birth and baptism in pagan Denmark around the year 800. The little boy is kidnapped by the Franks, who, led by Charlemagne, are trying to unite the many peoples of Europe into one empire, under one faith. The film follows the open and charming Holger's encounter with war and love, foreign cultures and beliefs, thereby touching on some universal and eternally valid themes.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Balladen om Holger Danske |
| Year | 1996 |
| Country | Denmark |
| Genre | Animation |
| Director | Laila Hodell |
| Runtime | 82 min. |
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The Ballad of the Viking King, Holger the Dane is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1996. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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🎭 Cast
Gustav Nordgreen Jacobsen
Holger som dreng (voice)
Thomas Mørk
Holger som voksen (voice)
Sam Besekow
Kong Siegfred / Odin (voice)
Bertel Torne Olsen
Gøtrik / Frei (voice)
Jesper Christensen
Hemming / Loke (voice)
Chresten Speggers Simonsen
Vidukind (voice)
Birgitte Raaberg
Freja (voice)
Vigga Bro
Shamankvinde (voice)
Claus Bue
Karl den Store (voice)
Rasmus de Neergård
Karl-Ot som dreng (voice)
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