Cordelia Bugeja. Rebecca Calder. Lee Nicholas Harris. Gintare Beinoraviciute. Claira Watson Parr. Alphonso Austin. Rudy Barrow. Daniel Stisen. Lucy Chappell. Jamie B. Nick Cornwall. Steve Barnett. Guy Ritchie. Steen Young. Title: King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. Release Date: Wednesday, May 10th, Directed by: Guy Ritchie. Genres: Action Drama Fantasy. You may also like these Movies:. The Mummy. Watch Now.
Rated: 6. Alien: Covenant. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. Rated: 8. Kong: Skull Island. Ghost in the Shell. Did you know Edit. Fuqua never approached any other actor for the part. Goofs Pelagius did not advance a theory of political freedom, but resisted the doctrine of original sin, arguing that one was able to perform good works and achieve salvation by sinlessness alone without requiring spiritual Grace.
It was declared a heresy of the Roman Church in A. Quotes Lancelot : You look frightened. Crazy credits There are no opening credits, not even the production company and studio bumpers, only the title.
Alternate versions The film was originally envisioned and shot as an R-rated piece with corresponding graphic violence. However, after the picture had been edited, Disney executives demanded it be changed to a PG, hence necessitating a lot of effects work to remove the blood from the battle scenes.
Additionally, a number of scenes were removed and rearranged, and some new scenes were added. In total, the Director's Cut runs roughly 15 minutes longer than the theatrical cut. These additions include: the scene where young Lancelot Elliot Henderson-Boyle leaves his village in longer. These include: Picts dragging Romans off their horses and killing them; a Pict slashing at a horse with his sword, causing it to fall; a Pict decapitating a soldier and holding his head aloft, only to be beheaded himself from behind; a Pict hit with an arrow; a Pict impaled on a spear; a Pict hit in the back with an arrow whilst trying to get to the Bishop; a scene of a Pict being hit in the eye with an arrow; a scene of Lancelot Ioan Gruffudd decapitating a Pict by using his swords like a scissors; a scene of Bors Ray Winstone fighting with his 'gloved knives'; a scene of Bors stabbing a Pict in the throat.
The scene ends with Lancelot telling her he would have left her in the dungeon. In the theatrical version, Arthur is seen in full battle armor, examining the broken image of Pelagius, when he is alerted that the Saxons are heading towards Hadrian's Wall. He runs outside, but when he appears, he is hastily putting on his shirt, and his hair is disheveled, thus creating something of a continuity error. The sex scene follows this scene.
In the Director's Cut however, after the conversation between Arthur and Guinevere where they discuss his morality, they begin to have sex only to be interrupted with the news of the Saxons. The scene then cuts to Arthur appearing on the wall, putting on his shirt. As such, the scene where he is examining Pelagius's image is absent from the Director's Cut. The scenes have been edited together differently as well, with the sex scene in the Director's Cut being slightly longer than the theatrical version.
User reviews Review. Top review. I have just seen King Arthur and what a disappointment! I have seen heaps of movies, and I am able to stomach a lot, having enjoyed mediocre films like, Van Helsing for instance. Well, surprise, surprise it is not! There is not even enough camp in this movie to grant it a sort of je ne se quois to make it enjoyable. Even the soundtrack is a rip off of Gladiator, without even fitting the movie adequately.
I loved him and wanted to throttle him at the same time. Their union started out on the wrong foot, and I have my suspicions that things will not go well in the future. As much as he wants peace and justice, he stumbles over his own ambitions, maybe because he refuses to see the falsity in others. The mercy he extends, and the trust he gives may come back to bite him later.
I foresee tragedy in his future. Lancelot is a turd! No surprise to find a phony priest hording gold, being a cruel, bitter man and taking advantage of his novices. As a Christian, these characters give me the most frustration because I know there are, have been and will always be people like him. Galahad on the other hand, was such a loyal warrior and friend. I love Merlin. I was beginning to wonder if he ever would. I love his little gibes, his indifference to the events outside his own ambition, but that he meddles anyway.
The fact that most of his power, and that of the other Druids, is all based on superstition and fear, and not actually magic is a nice change of pace. He walks about as confidently as if he could actually cast an enchantment or perform a miracle. Nov 17, Shannon rated it it was amazing Shelves: my-very-best-reads , owned , books-reviewed , action , historical-fiction , need-reviewing , reviews-that-need-pics-added.
This is a mix of legend and History, and, King Arthur will probably always be that way since there's so much info. All want to rule and there are a number of very detailed and well-written battles. First person POV. The typical cast isn't what it appears to be. For instance, Lancelot is a coward and villain whose bards paint him differently. The int This is a mix of legend and History, and, King Arthur will probably always be that way since there's so much info.
The interpersonal relationships are marvelous. View all 7 comments. A different take on the tales of Camelot and Arthur. Book one deals with the early struggles to start building the kingdom and bringing the Britons together. I enjoyed this darker version which made me think Lancelot or some relative of his must have pissed in one of Cornwell's relative's Cheerios once upon a time. He and Guinevere definitely take a battering in this version.
This version makes more sense in many ways than the more romanticized version of the tale. Galahad on the other hand come A different take on the tales of Camelot and Arthur.
Galahad on the other hand comes out shining and his connection and relationship to Lancelot was very interesting. I was wanting more Merlin during the entirety of the book.
Who wouldn't want more Merlin? His appearances are generally brief and somewhat anticlimactic. My one major issue with the book was that it was written from a past perspective from one of the characters. This isn't uncommon for Cornwell as Uhtred in Saxon Stories does the same. I think the major difference is Uhtred's voice is one of passion, motivation and scorn.
While Derfal's is one of a historical scholar who is reviewing with dispassionate fact finding even though he's reviewing from his own memories. I'm not saying that was the case for the entirety of the book for major sections it was.
Still I look forward to the rest of the series. Apr 21, ChopinFC rated it it was amazing Shelves: historical-fiction , series , favorites , fantasy , audiobooks. I learned about Cornwell's masterpiece from fellow GR friends, and frankly I've never read any previous Arthur legends- as I was never that thrilled into a character piece about Brittain. Yet, something about the vivaciousness and excitement of the reviews about this se 5 Stars Amazing What can be said about the perfect historical fiction book about one of Brittain's most beloved heroic character?
Yet, something about the vivaciousness and excitement of the reviews about this series made me fall head in, and I've never looked back! Let's start with the basics: The Winter King: A Novel of Arthur is unbelievably well written story, full of intrigue, action, memorable characters and dynamic characters! Another caveat that is important to consider- although this book retells an original 'version' of Arthur's legend and ascent to power- it mostly focuses on amazing and unforgettable characters around the epoch!!
The Winter King: A Novel of Arthur is as much about Arthur as it is about the incredibly powerful wizard 'Merlin', Uther the high-king, the beautiful Kywin, Merlin's 'maid-wizards', the Brittons, the Saxons and the ever raging wars.
Yet, the pivotal and most dynamic character comes in the likes of Arthur's best friend, Derfel Cadarn, and the narrator, now an old monk who recounts his journey with Arthur and the ever lasting wars! Derfel Cardan Despite being published 23 years ago, The Winter King feels absolutely modern and fresh in both style and execution. Much of that is owed to Cornwell's prowess with words and storytelling.
Cornwell is a master storyteller, that I'm convinced! The retrospective narrative from Derfel's perspective adds much value to the story, specially as he is Arthur's best friend and most competent warrior. The 'battle soldier wall' used in 'Faithful' is a direct homage to Cornwell's incredible battle scenes, where the 'wall' is originally used.
Those of you wanting an amazing story, with legendary characters, incredible battle scenes and a maddened wizard, will find bliss in the masterful The Winter King TWK is easy 5 stars for bringing this oft-told tale to us in a completely new and I do mean new way.
Do Not read this book if you like your Arthur legend gauzy, frilly, magicky and cheesy. All previous Arthurian tales pale in comparison to Mr. All of the usual suspects are present here but you will not see many of them portrayed in the standard ways. You will also meet a host of new companions and enemies.
It is safe to say that you will never look at Lancelot TWK is easy 5 stars for bringing this oft-told tale to us in a completely new and I do mean new way. It is safe to say that you will never look at Lancelot, Guinevere and Morgan in the same light.
Arthur is completely believable as a real person. While he is noble and also fallible, this Arthur is an implacable and ruthless warrior when needed. Merlin is a real treat, never easily categorized. Mordred is despicable in a way that makes sense. This first book in the trilogy introduces Arthur as he tries to stop the Britons fighting each other and unite them to oppose the invading Saxons.
Some of the venues are familiar and some are not. You will meet and follow Derfel, who tells the tale long after it occurred, and he is a central and appealing character. He also tries to show what life was like at the time. If you need vowels to pronounce names and words, you will be struggling. While Cornwell states up front this is not his attempt to write a true history, it becomes so realistic you will think it must have been so.
The Winter King is set in a cold, dreary time when the Britons are fighting each other while the Saxons slowly invade the eastern part of the island. There is a recognition that the glories of Roman civilization, learning and progress are fading and that the Britons cannot build on that legacy. A long dark period is looming. Adding to this mix is a war between Christianity and paganism. You will too. View all 13 comments. It is also my favourite Bernard Cornwell novel. Set in the sixth century, after the Romans have left Britain Celtic Britain is threatened by Irish tribes from the West and Saxons from the East, as well as civil strife.
Seen from the yes of the warrior Derfel, who serves Arthur. Arthur is regent to the crippled boy king, his nephew Mordred. Rich in cast of characters and fascinating to read of all the different places in Britain at the time. Strong in battle scenes and politics but also in characterization and relationships and not without well developed women characters, Cornwell never disappoints and this will be a treat for anyone who loves Arthurian legend and Dark Ages history.
Unusual but interesting characterizations of Merlin, Nimue, Guinevre and Morgan. Morgan is a priestess who has been hideously disfigured by fire and wear a gold mask. Merlin is a cynical enigma with the single minded determination to return Britain to the old ways and old gods. Guinevere is portrayed as petty and spiteful and Nimue as a beguiling priestess, determined to avenge her rape and mutilation by the evil King Gundleus of Siluria. Never a dull page. Really recreates both fantasy and history.
Dec 17, Elizabeth Bedlam rated it it was ok. Didn't care for the narrative style. May 06, Kate Quinn rated it really liked it. Hands down the best King Arthur fiction ever written. Interestingly enough, Arthur is not the central hero of the book - that role falls to Derfel, a Saxon boy who escapes a Druid death pit to be raised by Britons and eventually become Arthur's right-hand man.
Derfel is a very old man when the story begins, a monk in a Christian mona Hands down the best King Arthur fiction ever written. Derfel is a very old man when the story begins, a monk in a Christian monastery who is writing the story of the leader he followed all his life.
We meet Derfel as a boy, dreaming of becoming a warrior someday and in love with his Druid-in-training friend Nimue.
The land is ruled by a baby king, Mordred, and is soon torn apart by war. Arthur rides to the rescue Mordred is his nephew rather than his son; expect deviations from the normal Arthur myths and Derfel wants nothing more than to serve him.
Derfel will grow up, become a warrior, fall in love a few times, and eventually stand at Arthur's side in a cataclysmic war that begins when Arthur spurns a princess to marry a penniless beauty named Guinevere. This is some of the best historical fiction ever written. Dec 19, Nate rated it it was amazing Shelves: owned , favorites , middle-ages , creeps-perverts-psychos-killers.
I haven't read all of Cornwell's books but from what I've read this is my absolute favorite so far. It's a fantastic vision of what Arthur's life might have really been like. The typical idea that seems to stick in people's heads is of this romantic story with gallant knights, fair maidens and all that boring stuff but when you think about it, there really was no room in the post-Roman Dark Ages Britain for that kind of shit. Don't get me wrong, there's plenty of heroism in this book but it's mo I haven't read all of Cornwell's books but from what I've read this is my absolute favorite so far.
Don't get me wrong, there's plenty of heroism in this book but it's more the exception than the rule and that's what made it so stirring for me. People are just fucking mean, cowardly, deceitful and sadistic in this book but that's what makes Arthur shine so brilliantly. On the other side of that coin, however, Cornwell writes him as a real person with flaws and failures.
This depth extends to most of the rest of the characters. One of the things I really liked about the Saxon books is the sketchy, creepy magic-related stuff I'm thinking of scenes particularly in, uh I think Lords of the North and Death of Kings and this is even more brilliantly realized in this book. As you'd expect, the "magic" in these books always turns out to be elaborate human trickery but the characters believe in it so fervently that it creates this spooky atmosphere and you really can see how real it was to these people.
The Isle of the Dead, the Druids, all of the weird pagan rituals This book was just so full of memorable scenes, characters, locations I have extremely high hopes for the following two books of the trilogy. Even though I know what has to eventually happen it's still gripping reading for me. At this point, this seems like it's probably Cornwell's masterpiece.
It goes above and beyond being "just" an adventure story. View all 11 comments. Jul 27, Chris rated it it was amazing.
Excellent novel. Cornwell has truly taken the Arthurian legend and made it his own. All the old names are here, but often in much different forms than expected. This tale is told by one of Arthur's warriors, Derfel. In his old age, Derfel has become a monk. While serving as such, he is writing the story of Arthur, who he knew personally.
Cornwell's Arthur is a delight. While maintaining a degree of the larger-than-life qualities we come to expect of this character, Cornwell makes him human. Gives Excellent novel. Gives him flaws. While he strives to realize his dream of a free, united Britain, his shortcomings often get in the way. Derfel sees his flaws and his loyalty does not waver.
This is probably the most "real" I've seen an Arthurian story done, due to the way Cornwell handles his characters. Some are heroic, some are villainous. Some go both ways. But they all have a human element that gives them authenticity. There are two more books in the series, and though this one left off at a good pause point, I'll certainly be seeking those out. View 1 comment. Jan 01, Mr.
Matt rated it really liked it Shelves: hf-medieval-europe. Simply one of the best historical fiction reads out there. A unique retelling of the Arthur legend as it may have really happened.
Arthur is a Celtic warlord in a post-roman Britain. Merlin is a druid, but his magic is more of he slight of hand variety. The story takes place against a ripe backdrop of change - Romano-Celts versus invading Saxons and Angles and the new Christian God against the Old Gods.
Great stuff. Highly recommended. This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. So everyone knows about the Arthurian legends and that there isn't much historical evidence if any that Arthur existed. That said, this book strikes me as an accurate account of what it would have been like if such a warlord lived. The historical setting- Saxon raids, Irish conquerors, religious disputes, traces of Roman civilization, all that good stuff, is pretty accurate.
Bernard Cornwell evidently did serious research into the way of life in ad, and it all gives a very authentic vibe. T So everyone knows about the Arthurian legends and that there isn't much historical evidence if any that Arthur existed. Things are portrayed as they were, with warriors wearing light armor to be more agile, Saxons wearing simple and crude armor I absolutely praise the lack of impractical yet fancy demon-horned helmets , druids spiking their hair with dung, the lack of actual magic, and much more humanized characters.
The narrator, Derfel Cadarn, is old and feeble, retelling Arthur's story to the current young queen Igraine. At this point Book 1 , some parts of the story are compromised due to his own beliefs as pointed out by Igraine. Chiefly, his hatred towards Lancelot and the accusations of cowardice, and the praise to the Star of Powys and her beauty.
We can't know if his descriptions are somewhat biased in some aspects, but that makes for an entertaining story. On a lesser note, I also quite enjoyed Igraine's impatience to know what happens in the end, for I felt the same way. Derfel, however, kept the story linear, without jumping to spoilers, much to her discontent.
King Arthur, Guinevere, and Sir Lancelot did not really exist, but their names conjure up a romantic image of gallant knights in shining armour, elegant ladies in medieval castles, heroic quests for the Holy Grail in a world of honour and romance, and the court of Camelot at the centre of a royal and mystical Britain. Countless writers, poets, and artists not to mention film-makers and now, webmasters have been inspired by the life and times of King Arthur.
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