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'The Odyssey' Creators Respond to Swedish Viking Association: 'Will Clear Up Misunderstandings'
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'The Odyssey' Creators Respond to Swedish Viking Association: 'Will Clear Up Misunderstandings'

From Dagens Nyheter · () Swedish

Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • The creators of the film 'The Odyssey' have responded to a Swedish Viking association whose ship was damaged after participating in the movie.
  • Universal Pictures stated that all invoices related to the ship 'Glad av Gillberga,' including repairs, have been paid in full.
  • The film company is in contact with the association to resolve any misunderstandings regarding the compensation.

The international media attention surrounding a damaged Viking ship used in Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' has prompted a response from Universal Pictures.

A Swedish Viking association from Värmland claims their ship, 'Glad av Gillberga,' sustained damage during its involvement in the film and that they have not received adequate financial compensation for the repairs. The association's chairman, Peter Olausson, confirmed that the film company has contacted them to address the issue.

Universal Pictures stated in an email to Dagens Nyheter that their records show all invoices for 'Glad av Gillberga,' including repair costs, have been paid in full. The company is reportedly seeking to clarify any misunderstandings with the association. Olausson expressed hope that the matter will be resolved amicably, noting the significant media interest the story has generated from outlets like The New York Times and The Guardian.

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Originally published by Dagens Nyheter in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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