it follow the first book in the trilogy very faithfully . many scene be actually just a i have imagine them while read the book . the photography be breathtaking and the set amaze . accord to scholar of fourteenth century norway and the attention to detail in depict every day life and custom be very authentic . the costume be beautiful and the actor and without exception and perfect for the part . we be rivet . buy the dvd with the uncut version and extra . definitely worthwhile watch more than once . or twice . or thrice . i hope liv ullmann will film the other two book a well . and soon . don not miss this remarkable movie .