The Sacred Mound (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1993, The Sacred Mound is a drama film directed by Hrafn Gunnlaugsson, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. A seven-year-old boy is sent to a farm on a remote island, when his mother goes abroad. On the island the boy gets to know a twenty-year-old woman who seems willing to take on a mother's role. But the boy is reaching an age of sexual awareness and instead of regarding her as a mother figure; he falls obsessively in love with her.
Who’s in it. The Sacred Mound stars Steinþór Rafn Matthíasson as Gestur, Alda Sigurðardóttir as Helga, Helgi Skúlason as Helga's Father and Tinna Finnbogadóttir as Kolla, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Sacred Mound has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sacred Mound page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sacred Mound tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sacred Mound (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sacred Mound change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sacred Mound worth watching?
- The Sacred Mound holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sacred Mound?
- The Sacred Mound stars Steinþór Rafn Matthíasson, Alda Sigurðardóttir, Helgi Skúlason, Tinna Finnbogadóttir and Valdimar Örn Flygenring.
- When was The Sacred Mound released?
- The Sacred Mound was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.