Björk stars as a Nordic witch in the trailer for new film The Northman.
The Icelandic artist has a shadow career as an actress, and has been cast in Robert Eggers’ forthcoming viking revenge film.
Set to gain general release on April 22nd, it’s a heavyweight cast – featuring Nicole Kidman, Alexander Skarsgård, Willem Dafoe, and Ethan Hawke.
The film is set in 10th century Iceland, and traces the bloody path of a Viking prince evening the murder of his father.
Icelandic poet and longtime Björk collaborator Sjón co-wrote the screenplay, with Björk playing a Nordic witch.
The first trailer is online now, just in time for the winter solstice – a moment charged with spiritual energy.
Watch the trailer below.
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