Review of Excalibur (1981) by Rob H — 03 Apr 2008

The coolest telling of the Arthurian Legend EVER.

This review of Excalibur (1981) was written by Rob H on 03 Apr 2008.

Excalibur has generally received positive reviews.

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The attempt in Excalibur to produce recognisable or at least historical figures results only in a kind of anachronistic bathos; the content…

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By Joe M (1,521) on 24 May 2017

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By Alex D (973) on 01 Jul 2018

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By Adam R (2,773) on 23 Mar 2017

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By Heather Z (18) on 09 Apr 2015

Merlin and Morgana have my favorite parts in this film. Happy 34th Anniversary, Excalibur…

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By Michael H (3,299) on 24 Sep 2015

One of my favorite movies! One of the first movies I saw in the theaters. Saw it early this morning (August 20, 2012)…

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By Scott H (888) on 16 Aug 2016

Looks great but I dunno who's to blame for the acting? the actors or the script…

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By Adam T (636) on 10 May 2017

One of my favorites of all time. it has legend, acting, great props and setting and direction is awesome. a great watch…

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By Wayne S (177) on 05 Aug 2017

This amazing adaptation of the King Arthur legend may be my favorite…

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