The Pagan King


The Pagan King is a 2018 historical action film directed by and co-written by Max Kinnings and Grauba. The film stars Edvin Endre, James Bloor, Aistė Diržiūtė and others.

Plot

The legend of the Namejs Ring is a story that takes place in the 13th century in Semigallia, where the young Namejs becomes the new king after the death of Viesturs. The film follows Namejs as he attempts to deal with and repel Christian influence in Semigallia.

Production

On 23 March 2014 Grauba and Ēķis presented the idea of a historical fiction movie about freedom fights of Semigallia in 13th century and its leader Namejs. The principal photography of the film began in December 2014 in Cinevilla backlot.

Release

The film's premier took place on 17 January 2018.