Iron Mask
Iron Mask

Iron Mask

2019Movie121 minRussian

Commissioned to map the Far East territories of the Russian Empire, cartographer Jonathan Green sets off on a long journey of unbelievable adventures—making breath-taking discoveries and meeting mysterious creatures, Chinese princesses, deadly masters of oriental martial arts, and even the King of Dragons.

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IMDb5.5/10
Google Users48%
Director: Oleg StepchenkoGenres: Fantasy, Action, Adventure, History

Plot Summary

In the 18th century, English cartographer Jonathan Green embarks on a perilous journey from England to China. He is tasked with mapping the Far East but soon finds himself embroiled in a world of supernatural creatures, ancient magic, and formidable adversaries. Along the way, he encounters legendary figures and must overcome treacherous challenges to complete his mission and survive.

Critical Reception

Iron Mask received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot, inconsistent tone, and underwhelming visual effects. While the star-studded cast, particularly Jackie Chan and Arnold Schwarzenegger in brief cameos, garnered some attention, the film struggled to find a cohesive narrative or compelling storyline. Audiences were similarly divided, with many expressing disappointment over the execution of its ambitious premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a disjointed narrative and a lack of clear direction.
  • Despite a notable cast, the performances are often overshadowed by the weak script.
  • Visual effects and action sequences fail to impress, leading to a disappointing viewing experience.

Google audience: Google users were largely unimpressed with Iron Mask, with many finding the plot confusing and the overall execution lacking. While some appreciated the inclusion of action stars, the majority felt the film did not live up to its potential.

Fun Fact

This film is a sequel to 'Viy' (2014) and is known for its international cast, featuring prominent actors from both Hollywood and Hong Kong cinema.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I usually love these historical romps, and ordinarily Jason Flemyng can be relied upon to turn in a reasonable performance - but sadly, not so here. This is pretty terrible. Excessive reliance on computer effects, and some shockingly hammy ...
JPV852

JPV852

Honestly as much as there were some cringy moments, mainly bad dubbing, and poor acting from the likes of Schwarzenegger and to an extent Chan, I can't say I was bored mainly for how bizarre the movie was at times. I think if you cut this d...