Norse Myth 
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SOURCE: Smithsonian
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The History Behind "The Northman"
by David M. Perry and Matthew Gabriele
The new epic has been billed as the most historically accurate Viking epic to play on screen, but it's accuracy comes from its effort to capture the subjective nature of Norse spirituality and supernatural belief and the narrative forms recognized by medieval audiences.
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SOURCE: TIME
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The Roots of the Story of "The Northman"
Neil Price describes the work of being a historical consultant on the new Icelandic epic, including the story's common roots with "Hamlet" and the realities of Viking combat.
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