Review of The Dark Tower (2017) by Moviesoul — 11 Aug 2017

I really liked this film. I don't have the background (baggage?) of having read the Dark Tower novels - I was just looking for an enjoyable way to spend two hours on a Saturday afternoon. I found the movie fast-paced, conceptually interesting, with very good acting and interesting locales (great on-location scenes in NYC).

Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey are both excellent, and the kid who plays the lead (Tom Taylor) is also very good. I can understand why those who have read the novels might have certain expectations that weren't met (after all, there were several novels and this is a two-hour film), but that doesn't explain the perplexing negative reaction of the critics, who should judging this film on its own merits.