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The Legend of Thyl

1977·Movie
5h 11min
66
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Cathartic and moving

  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Some satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy4

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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Based on the novel by Charles de Coster "The Legend of Thyl Ulenspiegel and Lamme Goedzak, and their Adventures Heroical, Joyous and Glorious in the Land of Flanders and Elsewhere." First part: "The Ashes of Claes". XVI century. The freedom-loving and cheerful people of the Netherlands under the rule of the Spanish king: persecution, torture, bonfires of the Inquisition, encouraging scammers. The fearless Thyl Uhlenshpiegel and his faithful girlfriend Nele have to go through many trials. Second part: "Viva Beggars!". The people of the Netherlands, tormented by cruel royal decrees, taxes, heresy, torture and executions, began a war of liberation against Spanish rule. Many feats will be performed by the national hero Tilbert (Thyl) Ulenspiegel and his friend Lamme Gudzak before peace returns to their homeland.
Soviet CinemaHistorical EpicFlemish FolkloreRebellion and Freedom16th Century NetherlandsInquisitionHeroic AdventurePolitical IntrigueTragedy and Triumph

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Is The Legend of Thyl worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Legend of Thyl rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Legend of Thyl?

5 h 11 min

The Legend of Thyl runs 5 h 11 min.

Is The Legend of Thyl based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Legend of Thyl in?

Russian

It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.

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