King Arthur Legend of the Sword [Blu-ray]

DVD Wholesale Quick Overview:

King Arthur: Legend of the Sword is the first entry in Guy Ritchie’s six-part epic that will sadly and more likely not see the light of day because of people letting critics judge a film for them instead of seeing it themselves, on top of releasing it right after Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. When Arthur discovers he is the “born king” and heir to the throne of Camelot, Vortigen, who stole the throne from Arthur’s father Uther Pendragon, fights to destroy all that is good while Arthur fights for the people, and for his name.

The film stands on its own for being a big, bold, brash and visceral experience, boasting Ritchie’s signature flair in massive, cinematic fashion. The visuals are brilliant and the cinematography breath-taking, with shot after shot of open countrysides, old cityscapes, and towering castles blended with the fast-paced nature of Ritchie’s action and plotting that moves at a brisk pace. But, while it does move quickly, it doesn’t take away from the development of Arthur, who is played impossibly well by Charlie Hunnam in a role he was truly born to be in. While sarcastic and lacking humility, he grows into the king he was meant to be, realizing his purpose in the darkest hour. Jude Law is utter brilliance as Vortigen, who is a villian you’ll love to hate. Diabolical, cunning, and manic, he goes the distance to gain the power he desires, at any cost. The supporting cast is incredibly solid, especially the “lads” who help Arthur become legend, from Game of Thrones’ Aiden Gillen to Oscar winner Djimon Hounsou. But, another big star of the movie doesn’t come from the cast, but from the composer. Daniel Pemberton’s musical score is an astounding masterpiece. It grips you to your seat and pounds your eardrums with scathing screams and heavy breathing, only to soothe with heart-wrenching violas and cellos. The script finds an interesting balance of humor and horror at the reign of Vortigen, and it works thanks to Ritchie’s direction. Of all his films, this is not his best, but it’s his most entertaining and easily accessible, due in no small part to the main man. But, the big issue that both hinders and compliments the film is the disclaimer above: this is the first film in a franchise. It is the first adventure of Arthur and his Knights of the Roundtable. It works on its own, but is understandable to hear people disappointed with this outing with the born king.

King Arthur: Legend of the Sword is a fun and thrilling adventure that shows how the man became a king, and takes us into a world of magic and mystery the likes of which have not been seen in such a way. I hope this film does impossibly well overseas, because the entire saga needs to happen.

-Korra Nomad

Watched this last night and already pre-ordered the digital copy. It’s a fast paced, action packed, visually stimulating movie with an incredible cast. Do not listen to the critics on this one. They hate Guy Ritchie movies and they have attacked this one as well. Also don’t let the box office numbers fool you. It opened against Guardians of the Galaxy 2 which is stealing it’s thunder. If you are a fan of Ritchie’s Sherlock movies then you will NOT be disappointed. You’ll love this movie.

-Corgi Mom

I feel ashamed that I didn’t go see this movie in the theater. I really and sincerely believe that Hollywood needs to come up with a different business model for movies. Content is coming at us too fast and gems like this fall by the way side.
I have screened this movie for various groups at various times and it’s ALWAYS been a hit.
Acting is great, action is amazing, especially when “showing” the power of the sword, Excalibur. The fantasy elements are there but subdued like in the original Lord of the Rings movies and the re-imagining of the legend with modern sensibility has lost none of its power or taken a misstep for the sake of today’s audiences.
Guy Ritchie did a phenomenal job here.
Now, my understanding is that this movie was earmark to be the beginning of a 6 picture double trilogy. A shared universe. A theme Hollywood can’t seem to keep under control.
This shared universe works with material that’s been in print for the better part of 80+ years.
Not original properties that need to prove their mettle.
That being said, it pains me that I (or others) will not get a chance to revisit this universe Ritchie created for us.
The Lancelot, Guenevere and Arthur love triangle. The introduction of Merlin, the fantastic elements funneled by Ritchie, the challenges Arthur will meet. Testing Arthur and Excalibur to their limits.
Pity.
Perhaps there is still a way to salvage this. Maybe with proper sales and views we can save a project I feel is worth saving.
Give the movie a chance you will not be disappointed.

– R. Tricoche

DVD Wholesale Main Features:

Actors: Charlie Hunnam, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, Djimon Hounsou, Aidan Gillen, Jude Law
Directors: Guy Ritchie
Writers: Joby Harold, Guy Ritchie, Lionel Wigram
Producers: Akiva Goldsman, David Dobkin, Melissa Brennan, Joby Harold, Bruce Berman
Format: NTSC
Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1), Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Region: Region A/1
Number of discs: 1
Rated: PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned
Studio: WarnerBrothers
DVD Release Date: August 8, 2017
Run Time: 115 minutes
ASIN: B071J8Y6CP