Review of King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017) by Jess_Hill — 01 Jun 2017

Medieval Lockstock is a grand spectacle that's actually a fun, if ridiculous, interpretation of the classic tale. Ritchie's distinctive style has been turned up to eleven, with the script and editing reflecting his love of the British working class vernacular and super fast cuts that are only occasionally disorienting.

The cinematography and creature design provide some exceptional moments, and the esoteric soundtrack gives this film a unique quality. The storyline covers a great deal, though with little depth, and the performances are solid, with plenty of excuses for Hunnam to take his shirt off.

An entertaining, if not a cerebral, experience. 7.