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The Sacred Mound

November 19, 1993 1h 24m 5.2/10 (12 votes)

Originally released in 1993. The Sacred Mound is a drama film. directed by Hrafn Gunnlaugsson. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Steinþór Rafn Matthíasson, Alda Sigurðardóttir, and Helgi Skúlason

Synopsis

A seven-year-old boy is sent to a farm on a remote island, when his mother goes abroad. On the island the boy gets to know a twenty-year-old woman who seems willing to take on a mother's role. But the boy is reaching an age of sexual awareness and instead of regarding her as a mother figure; he falls obsessively in love with her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 19, 1993 32 years ago
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Runtime 1h 24m 84 minutes total
User Rating 5.2/10 Mixed (12 votes)
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Language IS Original language
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Country Iceland + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
IS

Production Companies

  • SF Studios
  • Svenska Filminstitutet
  • Nordisk Film & TV Fond
  • F.I.L.M.
  • SVT
  • FilmTeknik
  • Viking Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sacred Mound about?

A seven-year-old boy is sent to a farm on a remote island, when his mother goes abroad. On the island the boy gets to know a twenty-year-old woman who seems willing to take on a mother's role. But ...

Who directed The Sacred Mound?

The Sacred Mound was directed by Hrafn Gunnlaugsson.

How long is The Sacred Mound?

The Sacred Mound has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).

When was The Sacred Mound released?

The Sacred Mound was released on November 19, 1993 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Sacred Mound?

The main cast of The Sacred Mound includes Steinþór Rafn Matthíasson, Alda Sigurðardóttir, Helgi Skúlason, Tinna Finnbogadóttir, Valdimar Örn Flygenring.