Review of Captain Alatriste: The Spanish Musketeer (2006) by Pan C — 18 Mar 2013

Adapted from a series of novels, the story deals with a professional mercenary. When not under contract by the army he works as a hitman in his city of recidence. This gets him into about as much trouble as expected.

Because it deals with such a long period in the mans life, the film has to skip through its own story a bit, not completely drawing the viewer in all the time. Might have worked better if they had focussed more on some aspects, and let others out entirely.

Alas, the choice was made, and it's not too bad, seeing it all in a single movie where other would spread less than one story out over a trilogy. The portrayal of the period makes up for a lot, with good outfits and authentic fencing.

As a Dutchman I also enjoyed the little appearances "we" made. For people that like drama and adventure, or history.