SummaryThe story of legendary explorer Thor Heyerdal's epic 4,300 miles crossing of the Pacific on a balsa wood raft in 1947, in an effort prove it was possible for South Americans to settle in Polynesia in pre-Columbian times.
Directed By:Joachim Rønning, Espen Sandberg
Written By:Petter Skavlan
Kon-Tiki
Metascore
Generally Favorable
62
User score
Generally Favorable
7.2
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
62
61% Positive
14 Reviews
14 Reviews
35% Mixed
8 Reviews
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4% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
May 2, 2013
75
Kon-Tiki reminds us how important it is to expand our horizons by making discoveries, exploring new worlds and pushing ourselves to the absolute limits of human endurance.
User score
Generally Favorable
7.2
69% Positive
44 Ratings
44 Ratings
27% Mixed
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
5% Negative
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
Nov 13, 2021
10
Es una aventura muy épica; es excelente y merece mucho más reconocimiento del que recibe. ¡TOTALMENTE RECOMENDABLE!
Jun 23, 2013
10
This is a wonderful movie! It's the best film I've seen all year. Reminded me of "Life of Pi" but better. The action is riveting with special effects that enhance rather than exploit the narrative. It's nice to see a return to intelligence in special effects movie making. But call me old fashioned; I like movies that tell a story. And everyone knows it's a great story. This film is just an energy boost from beginning to end. And the music and acting are superb. I think this film will get some Academy Award notice. The Weinstein brothers nail it again. Bravo!
Apr 25, 2013
75
There's no denying its status as a rousing and thoroughly enjoyable Old Hollywood-style adventure.
Apr 25, 2013
70
Kon-Tiki features a protagonist who was determination itself, a filmmaking style that is square as opposed to cutting edge, and a story that is strong enough to involve us despite its earnest underpinnings.
Dec 18, 2014
60
In only ever managing to skim the surface, the spirit of their crusade is never really evoked. What's left is ultimately a handsome, and at times heart-stopping voyage that never lives up to its classic forebears.
Apr 1, 2013
60
This is filmmaking of great ambition and ability, though it’s not always conducive to solid storytelling.
Apr 25, 2013
30
There’s no denying the real Heyerdahl’s bravery, but if this movie is to be believed, his voyage was largely bereft of tension and interesting conversation.
Aug 28, 2013
9
Very good film, kept my attention from the begginning to the end. The historical background is very nice, and the personality of the characters, especially that of the protagonist, are very interesting. For me it was impossible to not be thrilled by the thoughts of being in their place, in the most isolated place in the oceans, with just a wooden balse, and travel thousands kilometers with that sometimes crazy leader. It is the kind of movie that I want to tell everyone I know to watch.
Sep 3, 2013
5
Based on a great story and beautifully shot, but the acting is overly theatrical and I can't remember the last time I saw so many clichés packed into one film. Very unsubtle.
Feb 20, 2016
3
A really bad film made on motive of great book. What a wasted opportunity. The kon tiki itself is overly clean, whole time. The plot is overdramaed and hyped and every thing is only made to create this stupid kind of wow effect. Theres absolutely no need to do this when you have such great plot from the book. Unfortunately the movies describes very different and in a way very unrealistic and false picture apart from what actually happened.
Mar 10, 2022
0
Sad to see so many good actors in such a terrible movie. Absolutely disappointing! Shame on you!
Production Company:
- Recorded Picture Company (RPC)
- Roenbergfilm
- Nordisk Film Production
- DCM Productions
- Film i Väst
- Falkun Films
- Film3
- Filmlance International AB
- Motion Blur Films
- Solbakken
- Stunt Bros
Release Date:Apr 26, 2013
Duration:1 h 58 m
Rating:PG-13
Tagline:Real adventure has no limits.
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Awards
Golden Globes, USA
• 1 Nomination
Academy Awards, USA
• 1 Nomination
Amanda Awards, Norway
• 4 Wins & 9 Nominations
