hollowguy88
The least a goddess could do is ask for better writers. The fight scenes were good but my gee golly the acting was cringe.
Knights of the Zodiac
2023Movie113 minEnglish
When a headstrong street orphan, Seiya, in search of his abducted sister unwittingly taps into hidden powers, he discovers he might be the only person alive who can protect a reincarnated goddess, sent to watch over humanity. Can he let his past go and embrace his destiny to become a Knight of the Zodiac?
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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Metacritic46/100
Google Users58%
Director: Tomasz Bagiński•Genres: Action, Fantasy, Adventure
Plot Summary
Seiya, a street orphan, discovers that he is destined to protect the reincarnated goddess Athena. As he hones his mystical powers, he is drawn into a battle for the fate of the world against ancient forces.
Critical Reception
Knights of the Zodiac received generally negative reviews from critics, with many citing a convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, and uninspired action sequences. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with praise often directed at the visual effects but criticism leveled at the narrative and faithfulness to the source material.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggles with a confusing narrative that fails to engage.
- Action sequences are often repetitive and lack innovation.
- Character development is superficial, leaving little emotional investment.
Google audience: Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the visual spectacle and action, while many others found the story difficult to follow and felt it didn't live up to the legacy of the anime series. The fight choreography and special effects were frequently mentioned as highlights, but the plot and character arcs were common points of disappointment.
Fun Fact
The film is a live-action adaptation of the popular Japanese manga series "Saint Seiya" by Masami Kurumada, which has been serialized since 1986.
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