Overview
Siegfried of Xanten snatches the Nibelung treasure from the king of the underworld and slays the dragon Fafnir, whose blood makes him invulnerable. Siegfried falls in love with Kriemhild, the sister of the Burgundian king. But only if Siegfried helps Gunther marry Brunhild will he be allowed to marr...
Cast
Uwe Beyer
Siegfried
Karin Dor
Brunhild
Maria Marlow
Kriemhild
Rolf Henniger
König Gunther
Siegfried Wischnewski
Hagen
Hans von Borsody
Volker von Alzey
Fred Williams
Gernot
Terence Hill
Giselher
Dieter Eppler
Rüdiger von Bechlarn
Skip Martin
Alberich
Samson Burke
Blo-Edin
Hilde Weissner
Königin Ute
Introduction
In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Whom the Gods Wish to Destroy (1966), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.
Siegfried of Xanten snatches the Nibelung treasure from the king of the underworld and slays the dragon Fafnir, whose blood makes him invulnerable. Siegfried falls in love with Kriemhild, the sister of the Burgundian king. But only if Siegfried helps Gunther marry Brunhild will he be allowed to marry Kriemhild. He fulfills this condition, but the two women bring ruin upon Xanten and Burgundy...
🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning
Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Whom the Gods Wish to Destroy. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.
🏆 Final Verdict
5 / 5 Stars
A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.
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