The Sacred Mound (1993)

The Sacred Mound (1993) poster

A seven-year-old boy is sent to a farm on a remote island, when his mother goes abroad. On the island the boy gets to know a twenty-year-old woman who seems willing to take on a mother's role. But the boy is reaching an age of sexual awareness and instead of regarding her as a mother figure; he falls obsessively in love with her.

Director: Hrafn Gunnlaugsson
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson
Cinematography: Per Källberg
Editing: Hrafn Gunnlaugsson, Viðar Víkingsson
Production: SF Studios, Svenska Filminstitutet, Nordisk Film & TV Fond, F.I.L.M., SVT, FilmTeknik, Viking Film
Country: Iceland, Sweden
Language: Íslenska
Original Language: is

Themes

Coming of Age and Self-Discovery

Keywords

treasure, island, fire, lighthouse, iceland, wedding, first love

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sacred Mound about?
A seven-year-old boy is sent to a farm on a remote island, when his mother goes abroad. On the island the boy gets to know a twenty-year-old woman who seems willing to take on a mother's role. But the boy is reaching an age of sexual awareness and instead of regarding her as a mother figure; he falls obsessively in love with her.
Who directed The Sacred Mound?
The Sacred Mound was directed by Hrafn Gunnlaugsson.
Who stars in The Sacred Mound?
The Sacred Mound stars Steinþór Rafn Matthíasson, Alda Sigurðardóttir, Helgi Skúlason, Tinna Finnbogadóttir, Valdimar Örn Flygenring, Agneta Prytz.
How long is The Sacred Mound?
The Sacred Mound has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
What genre is The Sacred Mound?
The Sacred Mound is a Drama film.
Where was The Sacred Mound produced?
The Sacred Mound was produced in Iceland, Sweden.
What are the themes of The Sacred Mound?
The themes of The Sacred Mound include: Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.