The Vinland Mystery
Synopsis
This short documentary depicts the search, discovery and authentication of the only known Norse settlement in North America - Vinland the Good. Mentioned in Icelandic manuscripts and speculated about for over two centuries, Vinland is known as "the place where the wild grapes grow" and was thought to be on the eastern coast between Virginia and Newfoundland. In 1960 a curious group of house mounds was uncovered at l'Anse aux Meadows in northern Newfoundland by Drs. Helge Ingstad and Anne Stine Ingstad of Norway. Added to the United Nations World Heritage List, l'Anse aux Meadows is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.
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- Director
- William Pettigrew
- Original Score
- André Vincelli
- Original Title
- The Vinland Mystery
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Pettigrew
André Vincelli
Don Virgo
William Pettigrew
William Pettigrew, Barrie Howells
Department Leadership Roster
William Pettigrew
Editor
Don Virgo
Director of Photography
William Pettigrew
Producer
William Pettigrew
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Vinland Mystery.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vinland Mystery
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What is The Vinland Mystery about?
This short documentary depicts the search, discovery and authentication of the only known Norse settlement in North America - Vinland the Good. Mentioned in Icelandic manuscripts and speculated about for over two centuries, Vinland is known as "the place where the wild grapes grow" and was thought to be on the eastern coast between Virginia and Newfoundland. In 1960 a curious group of house mounds was uncovered at l'Anse aux Meadows in northern Newfoundland by Drs. Helge Ingstad and Anne Stine Ingstad of Norway. Added to the United Nations World Heritage List, l'Anse aux Meadows is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.
Who directed The Vinland Mystery?
The Vinland Mystery was directed by William Pettigrew.
Who stars in The Vinland Mystery?
The principal cast of The Vinland Mystery includes Jon Granik.
When was The Vinland Mystery released and how long is it?
The Vinland Mystery was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Vinland Mystery?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Vinland Mystery was composed by André Vincelli.