The film introduces new characters like the witch Selma and explores the early influence of Christianity on the pagan Norse world. Themes & Analysis
The film explores the "human inability to tolerate that which is different". Grendel is presented with depth and pathos rather than as a "standard" movie monster. Beowulf & Grendel YIFY
as Selma, a witch-like character created for the film. Ingvar Eggert Sigurðsson as Grendel. The film introduces new characters like the witch
While staying true to some parts of the poem, it is considered a "strange reimagining" that may frustrate purists due to its modern dialogue and significant plot changes. Beowulf & Grendel YIFY