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Terje Vigen is a 1917 Swedish silent drama film directed by and starring Victor Sjöström, adapted from the epic poem by Henrik Ibsen. The narrative follows a Norwegian sailor who defies an English blockade during the Napoleonic Wars to secure food for his family, only to face capture and later opportunities for revenge. It is considered a landmark of early Swedish cinema due to its naturalistic on-location shooting and psychological character focus.
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Who directed Terje Vigen?
Terje Vigen was directed by Victor Sjöström, who also stars in the film. It is a Swedish silent drama from 1917.
What is Terje Vigen about?
The film follows a Norwegian sailor who breaks an English blockade during the Napoleonic Wars to obtain food for his family. His decision leads to lasting consequences when he later confronts the people connected to the blockade.
Is Terje Vigen based on a poem?
Yes. It is adapted from Henrik Ibsen’s epic poem of the same name.
What historical conflict shapes Terje Vigen?
The story is shaped by the English blockade during the Napoleonic Wars. The blockade creates the food shortage that drives Terje Vigen to take his dangerous voyage.
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