The Shamer's Daughter (Skammerens datter)

Parents need to know that The Shamer's Daughter (Skammerens datter) is a Danish fantasy movie (with English subtitles) that's based on a series of young adult books by Lene Kaaberbøl. It's set in a mythical medieval world where sword and knife fights are commonplace, resulting in bloody deaths. Violence is pervasive overall: The movie begins with a murdered family, and although viewers don't see the act or their bodies, the aftermath is shown -- including a man lying passed out holding a bloody knife. The main character, Dina (Rebecca Emilie Sattrup), is at the heart of the action; fighting, being strangled, getting attacked by a dragon, and having to escape a burning house. Dina learns of the imminent execution of her mother, which may upset younger viewers. There's a mass sword and spear brawl, that leads to many deaths. Adults drink wine regularly. There's kissing, and two characters appear to be naked in a bath together. Language is rare, although there's some use of the words "bastard," "bloody," and "whore." The Shamer's Daughter is the first in a series of movies.