Tyll the Giant
Originally released in 1980. Tyll the Giant is a animation/fantasy film. directed by Rein Raamat. At just 13 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Based on an Estonian folk tale about of the gigantic hero, Tõll, who lived on the island of Saaremaa (Oesel) in the Baltic Sea. Though he was king of the island, Tõll often worked as a common farmer, tending to his crops and returning to his loving wife. He was a good king, often quick to anger but always kind and willing to help his fellow man. Tõll's greatest enemy is the god of the underworld who specializes in sly, cowardly mischief. When war comes to the island, Tõll arrives to aid his dying army, but the devil takes advantage of his absence to wreak havoc on Tõll's home.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
0h 13m
13 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (20 votes)
Language
ET
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ET
Production Companies
- Tallinnfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyll the Giant about?
Based on an Estonian folk tale about of the gigantic hero, Tõll, who lived on the island of Saaremaa (Oesel) in the Baltic Sea. Though he was king of the island, Tõll often worked as a common far...
Who directed Tyll the Giant?
Tyll the Giant was directed by Rein Raamat.
How long is Tyll the Giant?
Tyll the Giant has a runtime of 0 hours and 13 minutes (13 minutes total).
When was Tyll the Giant released?
Tyll the Giant was released on September 15, 1980 in theaters.