I knew nothing of Chalamet going into this but after viewing, that kid has incredible screen presence, legit star power and the potential to be one of the greats. Bring on Dune.

@chance1774

4 жыл бұрын

You should see him as a teenage drug addict in ‘Beautiful Boy’. It’s INCREDIBLE. He had a decent part in the movie ‘Lady Bird’ too which was a masterpiece on its own. Can’t forget the Oscar nominated ‘Call Me By Your Name’ either. These are all indie but Timothée has great movies out if you know where to look!

@rowena6551

4 жыл бұрын

Same. I didn’t know Chalamet before The King. I’m pleasantly impressed.

@lemontea417

2 жыл бұрын

@@chance1774 his monologue at the end of Ms Stevens and his portrayal of Laurie in Little Women are incredible as well

@chance1774

2 жыл бұрын

@@lemontea417 absolutely but those aren’t really the movies that the crowd here would enjoy. tried to recommend things they’re more likely to watch.

I actually loved the ending scenes. It puts a nail in the idea he truly could only trust one person, and hopefully now a second.

I thought it was engrossing, I couldn't take my eyes off it.

Dune is my #1 most anticipated movie! It’s going to be amazing! It’s too bad Roger Deakins couldn’t jump on the project but I think Greg Fraser will do a great job with Denis’ direction.

@geekinwithJamesHancock

4 жыл бұрын

I'm terrified and excited all at once. Rooting hard for Villeneuve to succeed.

@TraceurDom

4 жыл бұрын

Just watched it was really great

@pevensive

Жыл бұрын

@@geekinwithJamesHancock Dune is Amazing! Cant wait fpr Dune 2 this coming November. The OG star wars series is gonna be amazing w villeneuve

I thoroughly enjoyed this film. I didn’t want it to end!

I can also recommend The Rover, written and directed by Michod from a story by Michod and Edgerton, and starring Pattinson and Guy Pearce. Great film.

Based on how much this film covers, the film is paced quite well. A lot of historical epics often struggle with this. The acting is superb. Potential nominations for Joel Edgerton and Chalamet I hope. The cinematography though...wow. One of my favourite films of the year for sure.

First good review I'm getting of this movie. I'm a history buff so been looking forward to it for ages.

@geekinwithJamesHancock

4 жыл бұрын

Well worth a look. I'll definitely be revisiting it once it drops on Netflix.

@LoungeroomEmpire

4 жыл бұрын

Same!

The Blue Tongue Films Collective in Australia has been responsible for some amazing films over the past decade.

@geekinwithJamesHancock

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like I need to do the deep dive into their catalogue.

Nice review, the battle of Agincourt was incredible and they made alot of the fighting shown in a grappling style which I believe is historically accurate.

@Rob93WLR

Жыл бұрын

50% of true story, WHAT A SHAME FILM FOR FRENCH PEOPLES THE DIRESCPECT IS CRAZY.

Great review! I couldn't agree more. "Eerily charismatic" is a great descriptor for Chalamet.

You havent seen Animal Kingdom! Wow! You are in for a treat... One of the most satisfying, and most underrated movies Ive seen

So excited for The King! Yassss

I can't believe you put the paparazzi photo of Timothée and Lily making out 🤦‍♂️ 😂

@leonardobraynen1524

Жыл бұрын

Lol.... I mean it is what it was at the time

Good review, James, and if you haven't seen Animal Kingdom, drop what you're doing, it is well worth your time.

James, you have to watch Animal Kingdom. Its awesome. Michod also wrote Hesher, which is another great movie.

@geekinwithJamesHancock

4 жыл бұрын

It is officially on my to-do list. 'Animal Kingdom' seems to be everyone's favorite.

Big ups and it is my pleasure to let you know the Dungeon Master has concluded that you have received a massive +4 increase to your social skill as well as a +1 stat increase to your Wisdom score for nicely displaying the spine to the Lonesome Dove novel. good Going.

I enjoyed this quite a bit. I'm disappointed by the reception. I was enthralled by the dialogue.

@Sir_Loin_

2 жыл бұрын

Right

Bit late to the party, haha. Commenting on the historicity, I actually found it odd how they treated it. They followed Shakespeare's story and didn't make it any more historical. For one, they show the young partying hellion story line which comes from Shakespeare and his sources. It's actually a false posthumous narrative invented over a century after Henry V lived. In truth, he wasn't a partying reluctant royal. In fact, he was so eager to become king, Henry IV's advisors were worried Prince Henry would usurp his own father. It's a popular image of Henry but isn't true. If what you say is correct then how they handled Henry "Hotspur" Percy is completely wrong. For one, he's around teenage age and to me looks like a kid. In reality Hotspur was pushing 40. According to the filmmakers he'd be a what... 3-year-old commanding the English at Otterburn? The Battle of Shrewsbury was a full-blown battle with thousands of casualties. Shakespeare has Prince Hal challenge Hotspur to single combat, the challenge is not delivered, and the two meet in single combat during the battle. In reality the two never met on the battlefield, suffering similar injuries with different results. Hotspur lifted his visor, presumably to issue an order, and was struck above the eyeball killing him instantly. Prince Henry was also struck in the face with an arrow but survived after prolonged, painful, but ingenious surgery. There was never a duel. How they handle the Dauphin is also very odd. Here he's commanding the French army and is Henry's martial adversary which is laudable. Shakespeare depicted Charles d'Albret as the commander at Agincourt with the Dauphin present. Historically, d'Albret shared command with Marshal Boucicaut and the Dauphin was nowhere near Agincourt. Here he's promoted to commander with the actual commanders excised. The Dauphin died of illness at 18, wasn't a military commander, and didn't take part in the Agincourt campaign. As for the armour and period details, they get the usual things wrong. I actually don't like the look of the armour; a lot of it looks plastic, often poorly fitted, and also often historically inaccurate. Henry V's maille coif looks passable but his hauberk looks like straight fireplace mesh. I love Shakespeare's treatment and would like to see an _actually_ historically correct version. Hella Haasse did it, albeit from the French point of view, but it shows it's possible and no less dramatic. This is all just commenting on the historical aspect of it; as a film it looks serviceable.

If you'd like to see another review and commentary on the historical accuracy of #TheKing click here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/kWmJz82uh7aac5M.html

is there a Battle of Agincourt in this movie?

@sjurjans7137

2 жыл бұрын

yes

Why is no one talking about how the battle scene is extremely similar to Battle of the Bastards? Some shots are side-by-side identical. Not that I'm complaining, Battle of the Bastards is arguably one of the best battle scenes out there, but I haven't heard anyone mention it on their reviews even when it's so obvious.

@elong1596

4 жыл бұрын

I heard somewhere that the Battle of the bastards was actually based on real battles this being one of them. So makes sense they would be similar

@Marsisredandhot

4 жыл бұрын

@@elong1596 I meant the cinematography and directing, not the actual events.

Pattinson's accent was a bit much, but I loved his character's role in the movie.

Cool i'll look forward to this movie - 'once more unto the breach...' - The Tudors where without doubt the greatest dynasty Britain had. HenryV is my favorite and a tale of a boy becoming a man and how to be less frivolous and be economical with all your resources whether that's human or logistical. Oh and how to bash the French 500-1 :)

@geekinwithJamesHancock

4 жыл бұрын

I never get tired of stories set in this period. I'm a big fan of Warren Ellis's graphic novel 'Crécy' as well.

@moni2415

4 жыл бұрын

Henry V was a Lancaster, not a Tudor.

@MrP1.01

4 жыл бұрын

@@moni2415I stand corrected. You're absolutely right he was a Lancaster a lesser house of Plantagenet - but the hereditary line went on to form the Tudors after battle the of Bosworth whereby red and white rose made the Tudor rose. You can thank Henry VII for that marketing masterstroke. My point remains intact despite the minor technical oversight. The family line of the Tudors was the best England had in my view. Stewarts Meh! Hanovers Meh! Sax-Coburgs Meh! Gothas Meh! - Who was your favourite? Best wishes :)

Really great movie

The movie is great film ❤❤❤

This was a very good movie. Not uneven at all.

I always joke, when there’s nothing else to do: Fight France!! ( Thanks for the warning about the terrible French Accent. I don’t appreciate that in that France has these people who can simultaneously act, whilst speaking English! )

Why did you talk so fast? lol

Pattinson was awful -- a shallow, Guignol troll barking a silly French accent. Why would a contemptuous Dauphin speak English at all, when he knows Henry speaks French? Oh, yeah, they needed a name Hollywood actor, and none of them speak French, so historical verisimilitude be damned. Yawn.

This movie is historically inaccurate and T. Chalamet certainly do not have the charisma of a king.

@adamolufson7338

4 жыл бұрын

stfu

@raelalaful

4 жыл бұрын

Come back with better grammar and I might take you seriously. But you'd still be wrong

@coleton7048

4 жыл бұрын

What does historical accuracy have anything to do with whether or not the film is good?

@Pinnfeathers

4 жыл бұрын

I dare you to watch him deliver that battle speech and not come away from it pledging to MAKE IT ENGLAAAAAAAAAND!!! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿♥️✨ You must’ve have “watched” it with your ears plugged and your eyes shut.

@sophiemen5662

3 жыл бұрын

It's based on Shakespeare. If you want to see accurate history, documentaries are your best bet.