All articles tagged with #historical epic
Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney discuss the premiere of FX's new series Shogun, breaking down the historical epic's premise, characters, and power struggles among the Council of Regents, while highlighting the production aspects such as set design and costuming.
"The Promised Land" is a Danish historical epic and revenge flick that showcases Mads Mikkelsen as a stoic farmer seeking justice against a toxic aristocrat in 18th century Scandinavia. The film combines Hollywood prestige drama with pulpy action, offering sweeping vistas, action-packed set pieces, and a tale of determination and righteousness. Mikkelsen's performance as Ludvig Kahlen, a former army officer turned farmer, is a testament to his versatility and charisma, while the film's scope and visual spectacle pay homage to classic Hollywood epics.
Christopher Nolan did not detonate an atomic bomb while making the historical epic "Oppenheimer." Instead, he and his team used practical effects to re-create the Trinity Test, drawing the line at nuclear fusion. The film, starring Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Matt Damon, and Josh Hartnett, explores the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bomb. Nolan's preference for practical effects over computer-generated ones led to the creation of analog effects enhanced by VFX, and the film's unique visual approach involved the use of 65 mm black-and-white film stock. The production faced challenges, including weather difficulties in the New Mexican desert, but the film has been a box office success, grossing nearly $1 billion since its release.
Leonardo DiCaprio discusses the decision to rewrite the script for "Killers of the Flower Moon," explaining that the original focus on the FBI didn't capture the heart of the story. The new script centers on his character, Ernest Burkhart, and his relationship with his wife, played by Lily Gladstone. Martin Scorsese felt that the original approach was problematic, as it focused too much on white characters. The film, based on a book by David Grann, is set to be released on October 20th.
Danish filmmaker Nikolaj Arcel discusses his new historical epic film, "The Promised Land," which premieres at the Venice Film Festival. Set in 1755, the film tells the story of captain Ludvig Kahlen (played by Mads Mikkelsen) who aims to conquer Danish heathland and build a colony, but faces resistance from ruler Frederik de Schinkel. Arcel wanted to modernize the historical epic genre and tell a personal story, which he believes is difficult to do in Hollywood. The film explores themes of ambition, control, and chaos, and features strong female characters. Arcel expresses his love for making period films and hints at future projects in the genre.
The first trailer for Ridley Scott's upcoming movie "Napoleon" has been released, featuring Joaquin Phoenix as the famous leader. The film is described as a spectacle-filled action epic, chronicling Napoleon's rise to power and his tumultuous relationship with his wife Josephine. The trailer showcases thrilling battle sequences and highlights Phoenix's performance. "Napoleon" is set to hit theaters on November 22.
Ridley Scott is back with a historical epic, "Napoleon," featuring Joaquin Phoenix as the French Emperor and Vanessa Kirby as Josephine. The film promises massive battle scenes, naval warfare, and a stunning backdrop. It explores Napoleon's rise to power and his tumultuous relationship with Josephine. "Napoleon" is set to release in UK cinemas on November 22 before heading to Apple TV+.
Ridley Scott returns to the historical action epic genre with his upcoming film "Napoleon," starring Joaquin Phoenix as the French military commander and political leader. The film explores Napoleon Bonaparte's rise to power and his tumultuous relationship with Josephine. The trailer showcases sweeping battlefield scenes and promises dynamic battle sequences. The film is set to release in theaters on November 22, 2023, and will later stream on Apple TV+.
Joaquin Phoenix stars as Napoleon Bonaparte in Ridley Scott's upcoming historical epic, "Napoleon." The action-packed trailer showcases battles, storming castles, and the commander's tumultuous relationship with his wife, Josephine. Produced by Apple and distributed by Sony, the film will be exclusively released in theaters this Thanksgiving.
"The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die" is a workmanlike historical epic that wraps up the events of "The Last Kingdom," the Netflix drama series based on Bernard Cornwell's "Saxon Tales" novels. The film opens with several smaller kingdoms gearing up for a power struggle exacerbated by the recent death of Alfred the Great, king of Wessex, and worsened by the surreptitious attempts of the Danes to sow discord. The hero of the hour is Uhtred, a young Saxon and the protagonist of the TV series, who fans will know was raised by Danes after a Danish attack wiped out most of his family.