Review #6 - TROZ (2 septembre 1998)
Source : Ain't It Cool News
http://www.aintitcool.com/display.cgi?id=2031

"Long time reader Troz here with a review on THE 13TH WARRIOR, a.k.a. EATERS OF THE DEAD. The screening was held on September 1st at the Pacific Winnetka 20 theater in Chatsworth, CA. My overall impression of the film was a good one, although I have not read the book.
The movie started off a little slow with a narration from Antonio Banderas. I can only assume that it was from previous screenings that this narration was added because it felt like it shouldn't be there. The first 20 minutes would have been much more intriguing to me had there been no narration to clue me in on what I would've figured out a minute or two later. Other than the slowness caused by the narration, the opening was good. The last 30 minutes is where this film really shines. I don't want to give anything away but I must say that I wasn't going to appease my bladder by leaving the theater (a sin to me)...
The actors all did a wonderful job portraying the Vikings. Unfortunately, all their names escape me at this moment but all gave wonderful, engrossing performances.
The locations selected for this film fit wonderfully and created a dark environment. They give the film an atmosphere, creepy at times. I don't think there could have been a better selection of location.
This print was very close to the final product. There were few problems with the film, which doesn't mean much, but I think it was almost a finished product because of the fantasic score by Jerry Goldsmith. This was not a temp track. Mr. Goldsmith was even in attendence at the screening, so I assume that the film is near completion.
Overall, a very good film with a good atmosphere. "Better than most but not as good as some" says it pretty nicely. Worth taking a look at."