Rating: Summary: Non-stop fun for everyone! A great medieval tale! Review: While it's certainly not going to reach the standards of last year's brilliant Gladiator, A Knight's Tale remains an action-packed adventure with plenty of drama and romance mixed into an easy to understand script with some corny lines. There are a couple of flaws in this medieval tale including the start, which was a bit of a bore. It's also a bit hard to take 14th-15th Century men and women chanting Queen's "We Will Rock You" in a stadium before a swordfight or something seriously; but, when it comes down to the action, the suspense, the adventure, the lances and the sword-fights, can you really resist this cool flick? It's bound to be a hit with the boys and the romance will break the girl's hearts. Plus Heath Ledger, ladies, he's one to look out for. His acting is talented and I loved his character determination. The script surprised me too. Although some corny lines kinda take over in some scenes, I thought - and don't kick me for this - that A Knight's Tale was refreshingly clever and had some fantastic ideas which it uses with imagination and detail. A Knight's Tale is a groovy, crowdpleasing and fun movie that kicks off easily and proceeds to be one of the neatest medieval adventures of the year 2001. So leave your uppity attitude at the cinema door, kick back, prepare yourself for some major summer fun and ultimately, enjoy!
Rating: Summary: He Will Rock You!! Review: This is an awesome movie, I've never seen anything like it! When was the last time you saw a movie that had the peasants singing 'We Will Rock You' at a jousting tournament? When was the last time the royals danced to David Bowie? When was the last time you saw a movie so fun, refreshing, meaningful, and funny as the movie 'A Knight's Tale'?During 'A Knight's Tale' you will laugh, cry, and cheer (for the knights!). The acting is great, I was very impressed with Heath Ledger and newcomer Shannyn Sossamon. The battles manage to be extremely exciting and fun to watch without all the blood and gore you usually see. The costumes and music are great! Most people think that a movie set in medieval times with modern music will be stupid or cheesy. I thought this myself when I first saw it, but the music works itself into the movie surprisingly well! I liked how the main character (Heath Ledger) was a really honest and kind man who had good morals. You really don't see that too much in heros nowadays. This movie also has a great message. I've seen 'A Knight's Tale' twice already in theaters and I can't wait until it comes out on DVD!
Rating: Summary: Quite a lot of fun... Review: I really enjoyed this film after watching it several times. It just really grew on me...I wasn't entirely sure that I would like it and I really had no idea what to expect, however I was glad for the nice little surprise. I have purchased the dvd and was also happy to see all the "extras" added to it. I went to see it primarily because of Heath Ledger (of course), but was equally delighted with the glorious scene-stealing Paul Bettany (Chaucer). I ended up having as much fun (or more) watching Bettany than my original focus intended. Also, it took me a while to get to accustomed to it, but I did like the tongue-in-cheek quality of the rock-anthem music. Hmmmm, all in all, a fun little romp of a flick, which I think gets better on repeated viewings.
Rating: Summary: Another summer blockbuster- just not excellent. Review: "Thumbs Up!" Tired of boredom? Head off to see A Knight's Tale for historic adventure fun. I just love the battle sequences. Sure, some of the acting was different and some of the scenes in the film, don't quite fit- but the film is great fun. One thing that surprised me about this film was that it had modern day music, which I guess is okay, just not usual. But who wants usual? This film is all around fun.
Rating: Summary: Worse than I expected Review: I expected this to be pretty bad, but when i had first heard that Heath Ledger was doing a Knight's Tale i had high hopes of something worthy of the screen. My stomach lurched when i saw the first trailer with "We Will Rock You" and other rock songs. Now, an era movie with modern rock music is bad enough, but it got much much worse. The Rock music wasn't merely a sound track but supposedly music of the time period and the characters dance, sing and clap to it! The opening of the movie pretty much set the tone for me, villagers and peasants of medieval times "rocking". What is the point of setting this in that time period if the aspects of such a time aren't respected?? The costumes were outragious and completely wrong for the basic time period (see through gauze dresses for the leading lady, impossible hair styles for the times, etc). We are talking about a time when a christian woman must be modest and decently covered. No ankles showing, hair covered etc. Either do the movie as a proper "historic" type of fiction or bring it completely to modern times and have the jousting in the SCA tournaments. The ONLY redeeming virtue of this film was the jousting scenes which were fun to watch and which they actually did some research and training for. The villian was, of course, too good for the movie.. i can only hope the actor had no idea what he was getting into. He was great in Dangerous Beauty. It's pretty sad, but I enjoyed Ten Things I Hate About You when i saw it on DVD because i had refused to see what i thought of as a "teeny bopper" movie when it came to theatres. I did the opposite with this film, which was nothing but a total waste of time. Though i wouldn't have minded so much if it was just purely jousting scenes with all the other nonesense cut out! I gave this 1 star for the jousting... and that is it. The plot, the characters, custumes were a joke. Basically if you want to watch Heath's pretty face go ahead and buy this movie, if you are a "purist" or know one thing about medieval times don't even bother, you will get frustrated and bored. If they come out with a "jousting clips" DVD, sign me up! Sorry, Heath, I hope you don't disappoint me next time.
Rating: Summary: A movie You shouldnt miss Review: HEATH LEDGER IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING IN THIS MEDIEVIL FILM. HE IS FIRST OF ALL THE HOTTEST MAN ALIVE AND SECONDLY, A GREAT ACTOR. HIS TALENT IS BEYOND EXPLAINING AND IT IS PROVED IN THIS MOVIE. IT IS ABOUT A YOUNG MAN THAT WANTS TO BE A KNIGHT THAT IS IN JOUSTING COMPETITIONS. HOWEVER, BECAUSE OF HIS PAST, HE DOES NOT HAVE ROYAL BLOOD WHICH MAKES HIM UNELIGIBLE TO COMPETE. THIS IS ABOUT HIS FIGHT TO "CHANGE THE STARS." IF YOU ARE A HUGE HEATH LEDGER FAN, LIKE ME, YOU CANT MISS THIS. EVEN IF YOU ARENT, THIS IS A GREAT MOVIE TO SEE, SHOWING THAT DETERMINATION STRONG WILL CAN OVERCOME ALL BARRIERS.
Rating: Summary: Best adventure ever! Review: I really enjoyed "A Knight's Tale" I like medievel themed movies so I had to check it out. It was very good and very entertaing by far one of the best adventures I have seen in a long time.
Rating: Summary: a modern take on things Review: I think that the blend of rock music with Knights and jousting was a real interesting mix for a movie. All the actors seemed to have a great time making this film and there seemed to be an endless supply of laughs and quite a few opportunities for toe-tapping fun. The choice of co-stars was an excellent choice and makes this film very watchable, not to forget the main star Heath Ledger.
Rating: Summary: A Knight's Tale Review: I saw this movie it was the best movie ever. I like movies that have action and romance. You should see it it's worth your money. I can't to wait own on DVD
Rating: Summary: bad kiss, good movie Review: ...I fully enjoyed the movie. It's an intese love story where a guy is in love with a girl who practically ignores her. A classic, but wonderful plot.
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