The Vinland Mystery (1984)

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This short documentary depicts the search, discovery and authentication of the only known Norse settlement in North America - Vinland the Good. Mentioned in Icelandic manuscripts and speculated about for over two centuries, Vinland is known as "the place where the wild grapes grow" and was thought to be on the eastern coast between Virginia and Newfoundland. In 1960 a curious group of house mounds was uncovered at l'Anse aux Meadows in northern Newfoundland by Drs. Helge Ingstad and Anne Stine Ingstad of Norway. Added to the United Nations World Heritage List, l'Anse aux Meadows is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.

Director: William Pettigrew
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 29 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: André Vincelli
Cinematography: Don Virgo
Editing: William Pettigrew
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

norway, archeology, history

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Vinland Mystery about?
This short documentary depicts the search, discovery and authentication of the only known Norse settlement in North America - Vinland the Good. Mentioned in Icelandic manuscripts and speculated about for over two centuries, Vinland is known as "the place where the wild grapes grow" and was thought to be on the eastern coast between Virginia and Newfoundland. In 1960 a curious group of house mounds was uncovered at l'Anse aux Meadows in northern Newfoundland by Drs. Helge Ingstad and Anne Stine Ingstad of Norway. Added to the United Nations World Heritage List, l'Anse aux Meadows is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.
Who directed The Vinland Mystery?
The Vinland Mystery was directed by William Pettigrew.
Who stars in The Vinland Mystery?
The Vinland Mystery stars Jon Granik.
How long is The Vinland Mystery?
The Vinland Mystery has a runtime of 29m (29 minutes).
What genre is The Vinland Mystery?
The Vinland Mystery is a Documentary film.
Where was The Vinland Mystery produced?
The Vinland Mystery was produced in Canada.