Mortal

Mortal

Year: 2020

Runtime: 104 min

Language: Norwegian

Director: André Øvredal

Echo Score: 65
ActionAdventureDramaFantasy

A quiet Norwegian town is thrown into turmoil with the unexpected arrival of American wanderer Eric. Strange deaths and unsettling events plague the community, fueling rumors of supernatural abilities connected to him. Psychologist Christine investigates the escalating crisis, attempting to uncover the reality behind Eric's presence and the destructive forces seemingly following him. As fear grips the town, she must confront the growing darkness to understand the truth.

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1

Field harassment triggers a deadly incident

In a field near Vestland, a group of teenagers taunts Eric. When one youth grabs him despite warnings, the person dies suddenly. The event marks Eric as a person of interest and sets local tensions in motion.

present day field, Vestland
2

Eric is taken into custody in Odda

In Odda, a level-headed police officer, Henrik, detains Eric after the incident. The authorities recall a previous fire on a farm that involved Eric three years earlier, hinting at a troubled past. His quiet demeanor masks something dangerous beneath the surface.

present day Odda, police station
3

Christine interrogates Eric; anxiety and power

Henrik calls in psychologist Christine to question Eric. In private, Christine suspects Eric has an anxiety disorder that awakens uncontrollable, supernatural powers. She recognizes the danger but sees a possibility to help him.

present day Police station / Henrik's office
4

Panic attack destroys the station

Eric experiences a violent panic attack and unintentionally destroys the police station. He is then handed over to agents from the US embassy led by Cora Hathaway. The international delegation arrives with a tense sense of urgency.

present day Odda police station
5

Helicopter transport crashes into a fjord

During the transfer, the helicopter carrying the prisoners crashes in a fjord amid Eric's outburst. The crash compounds the sense of crisis and uncertainty about his fate. Rescue operations begin as authorities scramble.

during transport fjords of Vestland
6

Eric seeks help; Christine accompanies him on the escape

Seeking aid, Eric turns to Christine. After some hesitation, Christine agrees to escape with him. They flee together as Norwegian authorities close in.

post-crash Forest / countryside near Odda
7

Hardanger Bridge confrontation

The couple is confronted by Norwegian forces on the imposing Hardanger Bridge. Christine is arrested during an attempt at mediation, while Eric, enraged, unleashes a thunderstorm. The storm drains his energy and he collapses.

night escape Hardanger Bridge
8

Hospital evaluation and power outage

Eric is taken to a hospital for examination after the collapse. His powers inadvertently trigger a city-wide power outage. Medical staff scramble to stabilize him while the blackout complicates the response.

post-thunderstorm hospital, Vestland
9

Bjørn confronts the killer's father

Bjørn, the father of the teenager Eric unintentionally killed, confronts him with a desire for retribution. The tension intensifies as Eric's abilities remain unstable. Henrik becomes involved as a mediator and potential ally.

after hospital evaluation hospital vicinity
10

Eric resurrects a boy during a power outage; Henrik allies

During the outage, Eric uses his abilities to resuscitate a boy in danger, demonstrating a life-saving side of his gift. Henrik recognizes the potential for protection and decides to ally with Eric and Christine. The trio becomes a fragile team against the mounting threats.

during blackout hospital area
11

Thor speculation; Asgard ruins revealed

Media speculate that Eric could be a Norse descendant, possibly Thor. Henrik leads them to the farm site believed to house ancient ruins of Asgard. The search ties Eric's heritage to the landscape and intensifies the looming conflict.

following the power outage farm site where the fire occurred
12

Final showdown at Asgard ruins

Eric reconciles his mystical heritage amid a deadly ambush prepared by US emissaries. A tragic showdown unfolds at the ruins, forcing choices that will define his fate. The confrontation culminates in a climactic, devastating outcome.

final confrontation Asgard ruins, farm site

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