Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist (2016)
Megas (Magnus Þór Jónsson, 1945) occupies a central place in Iceland as a singer, songwriter and writer. Influenced by rock and roll and folk music, his work is also deeply rooted in classical Icelandic poetry. He has, in particular, had a lifelong interest in the Hymns of the Passion by Hallgrimur Petursson (1614-1674) whose baroque poetry holds a special place in Icelandic culture and is solemnly recited at the radio every Easter.
Director: Viðar Víkingsson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: March 24, 2016
Screenplay
- Viðar Víkingsson (Screenplay)
- Hallgrímur Helgi Helgason (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Viðar Víkingsson
Editing: Viðar Víkingsson
Language: Íslenska
Original Language: is
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist about?
- Megas (Magnus Þór Jónsson, 1945) occupies a central place in Iceland as a singer, songwriter and writer. Influenced by rock and roll and folk music, his work is also deeply rooted in classical Icelandic poetry. He has, in particular, had a lifelong interest in the Hymns of the Passion by Hallgrimur Petursson (1614-1674) whose baroque poetry holds a special place in Icelandic culture and is solemnly recited at the radio every Easter.
- Who directed Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist?
- Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist was directed by Viðar Víkingsson.
- How long is Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist?
- Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist?
- Megas and Grimur - The Punkmeister and the Pietist is a Documentary film.