Pegasus vs. Chimera
Pegasus vs. Chimera

Pegasus vs. Chimera

2012Movie90 minEnglish

With help from a powerful witch, a blacksmith and a warrior princess summon Pegasus to help them defeat Chimera and save their kingdom from destruction.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Metacritic39/100
Google Users45%
Director: Alexei VolkovGenres: Fantasy, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

In a realm where mythical creatures roam, a legendary Pegasus is prophesied to protect humanity from the destructive forces of the Chimera. A young stablehand discovers he has a unique bond with the last of the winged steeds and must train to harness its power. Together, they embark on a perilous quest to find an ancient artifact that can seal away the monstrous Chimera before it unleashes eternal darkness.

Critical Reception

Pegasus vs. Chimera was met with a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While praised for its ambitious visual effects and a few standout action sequences, the film was largely criticized for its convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired dialogue. It failed to resonate with the broader audience it aimed for, becoming a minor entry in the fantasy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually ambitious but narratively weak, failing to deliver a cohesive fantasy epic.
  • The creature designs are impressive, but the story fails to engage due to predictable plot points and flat characters.
  • A missed opportunity to blend mythology and action effectively, resulting in a forgettable adventure.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some enjoyed the visual spectacle and creature effects, many found the story to be unoriginal and poorly executed. The acting was also frequently cited as a weak point, contributing to an overall disappointment with the film's pacing and narrative coherence.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Golden Eye Awards (Russia).

Fun Fact

The intricate design of the Chimera creature was inspired by a blend of ancient Greek depictions and modern-day biomechanical art, taking over six months to complete in CGI.

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Gimly

I only even found out about this dumb movie after a misbegotten night spent in part finding out if Sebastian Roché is actually French or if he just has a French sounding name (Spoiler: He is French but also Scottish so??) and with a name li...