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Director Tarsem Singh never, ever, shortchanges you on his visuals. Presented in razor-sharp 1080p, and in 3D too, Immortals is a busy, dramatic and sparkling home cinema demonstration. It hardly skimps on the action, either.
Said action kicks off as Mickey Rourke’s King Hyperion amasses an army, with the intention of waging war on humankind. This he does quite successfully, until the small matter of Henry Cavill’s Theseus interjects. It turns out that Theseus has been chosen by Zeus to do battle with Hyperion, and that’s pretty much all you need to know, before settling down to a couple of hours of medieval fantasy battling.
Anyone familiar with 300 will know the score here. Story isn’t Immortals’ strength, instead giving way to wave after wave of blockbuster carnage. There’s some terrific CG work at play here, too, that makes good use of 3D. And rarely isn’t something of note happening on the screen.
The extra features are good, with the Blu-ray boasting a pair of alternative endings, along with a different opening too. The ones chosen for the final cut edge them out, but it’s interesting to see what else was considered. There’s some more traditional deleted material, too, and some welcome insights courtesy of the behind the scenes footage. It all rounds off a strong package, for a relentlessly entertaining film, warts and all. --Jon Foster
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79 of 100 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
The UK version of Immortals is CUT! DO NOT BUY THE UK VERSION!!! The movie rocks, but the UK Bluray version is cut heavily...Please do not bother with this release.
It`s money down the toilet!
It`s money down the toilet!
42 of 56 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Well, I've just got back from seeing Immortals at my local cinema, and, unlike the other reviewers (so far)...I loved it! The movie is basically a mash-up of 'Clash Of The Titans' and '300' (it even climaxes with our heroes defending a narrow pass from a huge army). There's plenty of slow-mo battle action, but on top of that there are several scenes when the gods descend from Mt Olympus to kick villain butt, including a fantastic climactic battle between Zeus and his fellow Olympians and the newly-freed Titans. If you enjoyed '300' you'll love these scenes as the fighting is brutal. I was surprised at how violent the film was. I thought I spotted one obvious cut (when Hyperion kills Cassander) and after checking the BBFC website it seems that the film was cut by 18 seconds to get a '15' certificate'. The BBFC website also states that 'An uncut 18 classification was available', so maybe we'll get an uncut version on Blu-Ray. The director, Tarsem, is famous for his visuals (he directed 'The Cell' and 'The Fall') and the film looks great, and after seeing Henry Cavill in action I can see why he has been cast as Superman. He actually bears quite a resemblance to Christopher Reeves. The 3D in the film seemed designed to create depth of field rather than shove things in your face, so I don't think you'll really be missing anything if you only see it in 2D. I've read that the movie studios think that audiences are too sophisticated to want to see gimmicky 3D, but frankly, if I'm paying extra to see a movie in that extra D, I expect more bangs for my buck (and more things whizzing out of the screen and over my head)!
If you accept Immortals for what it is-a fun 'popcorn' movie-you'll have a great time watching it. Hopefully it will do well, as the ending clearly sets up a possible sequel, which promises more of a focus on the war between the Gods, which could be epic.
If you accept Immortals for what it is-a fun 'popcorn' movie-you'll have a great time watching it. Hopefully it will do well, as the ending clearly sets up a possible sequel, which promises more of a focus on the war between the Gods, which could be epic.
Format:DVD
As your mother said "If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all." And truly there is nothing good to be said about this absolutely dreadful Swords and Sandas flop. It may even be worse than "Prince of Persia".
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Better than clash of the titans
3d very good although another conversion. Good story I thought. Good effects and bonus content. Better than clash of the titans,
Published 11 days ago by Herts Review
4.0 out of 5 stars
present
I bought this dvd as a present for a member of my family, have not had any
bad feedback so presume it is as expected
bad feedback so presume it is as expected
Published 14 days ago by margaret
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Very good. Very quick, Very reliable. Very pleased . Super quick . No fuss. Very competitive price wise. Informed when Blu-ray was available straight away.
Published 14 days ago by Mr. Alan W. Beckley
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not a bad film
Despite the other reviews, I quite enjoyed this one. I do admit it is not the best movie I have ever seen, but I did like it. The 3D effect is really good. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Steve
4.0 out of 5 stars
Pretty Good
If you are a fan of 300 and this style of film you will love it. I am and i do but it just lacked a little bit.
Published 1 month ago by W. R. Taylor
3.0 out of 5 stars
immortals
effects very good story rather silly. acting is ok but the myth is totally fabricated Phaedra daughter of King Minos not a priestess.
Published 1 month ago by vassilis efthymiou
1.0 out of 5 stars
the whole film was film in the night black as the ace of spads
could not see the film it was filmed mainly all, at night it was a very good storey line but very poor lighting it was not the DVD is was the film
Published 1 month ago by nick
3.0 out of 5 stars
as i rated its ok
not quite the film i expected it to be,its ok but not up to the usual standard that i watch
Published 1 month ago by stephen taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars
TG
DONT ASK FOR ANY MORE RATINGS FROM ME AS I OBJECT TO HAVING TO WRITE AN ESSAY ON EACH ITEM I PURCHASE
Published 1 month ago by gwilmo
4.0 out of 5 stars
Entertaining
Henry Cavell is very good in this film and it is worth a watch.
I am glad I waited to buy this on dvd at a low price as although the special effects are good the film itself... Read more
I am glad I waited to buy this on dvd at a low price as although the special effects are good the film itself... Read more
Published 2 months ago by D. Fisentzou
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