You see what I mean?
No, but seriously I just got back from a thrill ride that left me wanting to be a kick-ass warrior who follows my heart. "Prince of Persia" was a lot of fun...well, for me. Others might be disappointed. Those others who have enjoyed the numerous video games that follow our dashing hero Dastan. Personally, I have never played the game so I give fair warning that this movie has been rumored to not live up to the game (surprise, surprise). I then will review it as just the movie.
Jake in video game form....uh...I mean the real Dastan!
As the movie opens, I could not help but be drawn to the days of Aladdin. Really, I leaned over to my partner in crime and voiced my opinion. Basically, it had won me over from there. Dastan, an orphan, defends his friend and draws the attention of the King of Persia (who already has two sons). Said King adopts Dastan as his third son. The movie then jumps a few years into the future where the viewer sees a vast army. Very quickly the viewer is introduced to the three sons and the King's brother. A decision is made to attack the Holy City of Alamut. It is at this time you get to see Dastan's video game moves. Of course there is this Princess Tamina who is the beauty of the day. Certain things lead to another and BAYAM you are ingrossed in the story.
Looking past the British accents, whiteness and feats of survival that are nonhuman in nature, I was able to discover a wonderful heartfelt story of sacrifice, faith and love. Without giving too much away, this movie is unpredictable and leaves the audience yelling, "Finally!" at the movie screen. It has several witty conversations, mostly stemming from Dastan and Tamina who fight for control over their situation. Overall, I really enjoyed myself. In fact, I would be willing to watch it again (which is rare). Girls will go see it for Jake. Guys will heart the killer (literally) action/ pretty girl.
Do I recommend "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time?"
You Betcha.
4 out of 5 roses.
Jake G. is definitely the Bee's Knees! Personally, I liked the slave market/ostrich racing guy.
ReplyDeleteComic relief at it's finest and his comments about taxes were dead-on. I also liked his knife throwing badass friend.
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