The Last Warrior: Root of Evil
The Last Warrior: Root of Evil

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The Last Warrior: Root of Evil

2020
Movie
120 min
Russian

Peace and tranquility have set in Belogorie. The evil was defeated and Ivan is now enjoying his well-deserved fame. He is surrounded by his family, friends and small wonders from the modern world that help him lead a comfortable life. Luckily, he has his Magic Sword to cut a gap between the worlds to get some supplies quite regularly. But when an ancient evil rises and the existence of the magic world is put to danger, Ivan has to team up with his old friends and his new rivals. They will set out on a long journey beyond the known world to find a way to defeat the enemies and to return peace to Belogorie.

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IMDb4.7/10
Google Users50%
Director: Dmitriy GlukhovskiyGenres: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic Moscow, a hardened warrior named Artyom embarks on a perilous journey to the legendary stronghold of the last surviving Russian warriors. He seeks the cure to a deadly plague threatening his people and the secrets to rebuilding civilization. Along the way, he must confront mutated creatures, ruthless factions, and his own inner demons.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception, with many critics and audiences citing its convoluted plot, excessive gore, and reliance on established genre tropes as major drawbacks. While some praised its visual effects and ambition, it was largely seen as a disappointing conclusion to the Metro film series.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and visual effects.

  • Criticized for a confusing narrative and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen as a generic post-apocalyptic film that fails to innovate.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be action-packed but often criticized its plot for being difficult to follow and lacking originality. Some viewers enjoyed the brutal combat and grim setting, while others felt it was a step down from previous installments.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Dmitry Glukhovsky, which serves as a sequel to the Metro 2035 novel and concludes the Metro video game saga.

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