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Film Studio Accused of Failing to Pay for Damages to Viking Ship Replica
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Film Studio Accused of Failing to Pay for Damages to Viking Ship Replica

From Postimees · () Estonian

Translated from Estonian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The owners of a Viking ship replica used in the film "Odyssey" claim the production company has not paid for damages sustained by the vessel.
  • The ship, named "Glad av Gillberga," has sailed for nearly three decades and previously traveled to Canada.
  • The owners feel neglected by the film studio regarding the repair costs.

Owners of a Viking ship replica, used in the production of the Hollywood film "Odyssey," are alleging that the film studio has failed to compensate them for damages incurred by the vessel during filming.

The ship, named "Glad av Gillberga," has a history spanning nearly thirty years at sea. It is based on a wreck discovered in the Roskilde Fjord in Denmark, dating back to approximately 1040 AD. The vessel has previously undertaken voyages across the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, even reaching Canada.

According to the Swedish owners, they feel overlooked by the filmmakers, who allegedly returned the ship in a damaged condition. The owners are seeking payment for the necessary repairs to restore the "Glad av Gillberga" to its former condition.

The situation highlights potential disputes over the use of historical replicas in major film productions and the responsibilities of studios concerning the maintenance and repair of props after principal photography concludes.

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Originally published by Postimees in Estonian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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