Tyll the Giant (1980)
Based on an Estonian folk tale about of the gigantic hero, Tõll, who lived on the island of Saaremaa (Oesel) in the Baltic Sea. Though he was king of the island, Tõll often worked as a common farmer, tending to his crops and returning to his loving wife. He was a good king, often quick to anger but always kind and willing to help his fellow man. Tõll's greatest enemy is the god of the underworld who specializes in sly, cowardly mischief. When war comes to the island, Tõll arrives to aid his dying army, but the devil takes advantage of his absence to wreak havoc on Tõll's home.
Director: Rein Raamat
Genre: Animation, Fantasy, War
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date: September 15, 1980
Screenplay
Music: Lepo Sumera
Cinematography: Janno Põldma
Editing: Kersti Miilen
Production: Tallinnfilm
Country: Soviet Union
Language: Eesti
Original Language: et
More Films by Director: Rein Raamat
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tyll the Giant about?
- Based on an Estonian folk tale about of the gigantic hero, Tõll, who lived on the island of Saaremaa (Oesel) in the Baltic Sea. Though he was king of the island, Tõll often worked as a common farmer, tending to his crops and returning to his loving wife. He was a good king, often quick to anger but always kind and willing to help his fellow man. Tõll's greatest enemy is the god of the underworld who specializes in sly, cowardly mischief. When war comes to the island, Tõll arrives to aid his dying army, but the devil takes advantage of his absence to wreak havoc on Tõll's home.
- Who directed Tyll the Giant?
- Tyll the Giant was directed by Rein Raamat.
- How long is Tyll the Giant?
- Tyll the Giant has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
- What genre is Tyll the Giant?
- Tyll the Giant is a Animation, Fantasy, War film.
- Where was Tyll the Giant produced?
- Tyll the Giant was produced in Soviet Union.