Hearts of Valhalla
- Tagline
- Love is the greatest adventure
- Description
- In a whirlwind of modern-day espionage and ancient mythology, 'Hearts of Valhalla' intertwines the fates of a stoic Nordic superhero, played by Julienne Fries-tie, and an enigmatic spy portrayed by Lil-ant Gish. As they embark on a perilous journey to recover an artifact that holds the key to saving the world, their paths cross with a charismatic trickster, Buster Keatuna, whose loyalties are as shifting as the northern winds. Directed by the visionary Luc Beesong, this tale of love, betrayal, and destiny will capture your heart and set it on a thrill ride through the lands where legends are born. Will our heroes prevail, or will their hearts be their undoing? Only the gods can tell in this epic quest where passions run as deep as the fjords.
- MpaaRating
- PG-13
- PopularityScore
- 1.10
- ReleaseDate
- 01/20/2022
- Genre
- Romance
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
6.50
Luc Beesong's 'Hearts of Valhalla' is a cinematic endeavor that ambitiously attempts to blend the sleekness of modern-day espionage with the grandeur of Norse mythology. Julienne Fries-tie delivers a stoic performance that commendably holds its ground, while Lil-ant Gish imbues the narrative with a shroud of mystery as the enigmatic spy. Their on-screen chemistry is palpable, though at times overshadowed by the scene-stealing Buster Keatuna, whose portrayal of a capricious trickster adds a much-needed spark to the film. The film's pacing is inconsistent, with some sequences offering heart-pounding excitement and others meandering through exposition. Visually stunning, the cinematography captures both the ethereal beauty of mythic landscapes and the gritty reality of espionage, though the heavy reliance on CGI is at times distracting. The tagline 'Love is the greatest adventure' perhaps oversells the romantic angle, which feels secondary to the film's action and adventure elements. Nonetheless, 'Hearts of Valhalla' is an entertaining ride for audiences seeking a fusion of genres, even if it does not fully realize the potential of its premise. The MPAA rating of PG-13 is appropriate given the film's moderate action sequences and thematic elements.