King Arthur, Directed by Antoine Fuqua, was one of our New Year’s Eve time-spenders. Jess got me this DVD for Christmas per my request. This is one that neither of us got to see in the theater, but had only heard amazing things about it. Jess actually got it in a two-pack, packaged with Pearl Harbor! What a gift!
My thoughts on the movie is that it is a worthy “epic” to own. This movie, in my opinion, ranks with some of my other favorites – Braveheart, The Patriot, and even We Were Soldiers!
The DVD that I own is the “Director’s Cut”, so there is apparently a lot more “blood & guts” than the original version, but the “sensuality scene” which we were anxiously waiting to fast-forward through was no different than the original nor was it gratuitous.
The story is obvious – King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table go on “missions” for the Roman Empire, killing bad guys and saving good guys.
I loved the idea that the “Knights” weren’t like I’ve always seen depicted – professional, armor-wearing, warriors. These knights had personality and were “rough and tough” kind of guys – each with their own “warrior-skill”.
I also enjoyed Clive Owen as King Arthur – I was VERY pleased to see Mr. Owen playing the lead roll. I am continuing to be impressed with him.
Final thought: if you haven’t rented this DVD yet, I suggest you do so. If you cringe at “real-looking” war blood & guts, take caution – there are a few decaptitations that will catch you by surprise.
Well, maybe not now that I’ve told you they’re coming!
