Film production accused of damaging Viking ship replica, refusing payment

A replica Viking ship, the 'Glad av Gillberga,' used in Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey,' has become the center of a dispute between the production company Universal and a Viking cultural association.

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The agreement was that we would repair it and be financially compensated.

The 17.50-meter-long replica, based on a 1040 AD wreck found in Denmark, was reportedly in the possession of Universal for six months for filming purposes. Upon its return, the ship allegedly showed considerable damage.

Peter Olausson, chairman of the cultural association, claims Universal has not paid the approximately $6,000 in material costs for repairs, not including labor. He told The Guardian that the agreement was for the association to repair the ship and be financially compensated, stating, "Of course, Universal can afford this $6,000. We feel forgotten."

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Our records indicate that all invoices associated with the 'Glad av Gillberga,' including repairs, were paid in full.

However, Universal has denied these allegations. A spokesperson told The New York Times, "Our records indicate that all invoices associated with the 'Glad av Gillberga,' including repairs, were paid in full." The studio also reportedly contacted the association to resolve any misunderstandings.

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The studio and the production have reached out to the association to clear up any misunderstandings.