Review of Excalibur (1981) by Alex S — 13 Mar 2009
Absolutely fantastic retelling of the Arthurian legend. It's truly epic in scale and one of my all time favorite interpretations put to film. This is no history lesson,so you have all the magic and fantasy that comes with this myth,all in tact.
Although Excalibur has a strong fantasy element at it's core,it's filmed in a gritty realistic way. The battle sequence is very graphic in places,giving the film that realistic edge. The cast are superb,i love Nicol Willamson wonderfully eccentric performance as Merlin,there hasn't been a more memorable Merlin on screen yet.
We are treated to a wealth of fine British actors,many up and coming at the time,now major players. A young and beautiful Helen Mirren, Partrick Stewart ( With his own hair ) Liam Neeson,Gabriel Byrne are all on top form.
If you want something epic you can get your teeth into,with superb preferences,telling an age old tail. Check this baby out,it's magical.
This review of Excalibur (1981) was written by Alex S on 13 Mar 2009.
Excalibur has generally received positive reviews.
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