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Feedback on the film "The Seventh Son." The film was directed by Sergei Bodrov, Sr.

Many viewers liked the beautiful fairy tale-fantasy - the film "The Seventh Son." The year 2014 was waiting for many, since it was announced at the time when it was rolled out. An intriguing plot, the participation of stars such as Julianne Moore and Jeff Bridges could not but arouse interest. Critics wondered whether the Russian director Sergei Bodrov, Sr. could create a worthy picture on the subject of fantasy. She saw the light only in early 2015. Opinions about the film were divided - half of spectators consider it a failure, the other - quite a successful fantasy fairy tale.

Sergei Bodrov, Sr. - director of "The Seventh Son"

For Russian viewers, the picture is of interest primarily because it was shot by a domestic filmmaker. Bodrov the elder is known for many successful works. Two of them were nominated for Oscar - "Mongol" and "Caucasian Prisoner". Therefore, the news that he began work on a film in the genre of fantasy, aroused great interest. For Bodrov himself, the news that the film's producers chose him from among many worthy candidates was unexpected and pleasant.

History of creation

Universal Pictures studio and Legendary Pictures company thought about the adaptation of the book of Dileyny after her release to the USA. Actors were found quite quickly, but the director's searches dragged on. Producers wanted to make the picture international, so that it had a special atmosphere. The choice fell on Bodrov after one of the producers saw his film "Mongol." The film crew and actors were also happy to work with the Russian director.

Filming began in 2012. Mostly they were held in Canada. In Vancouver were created huge scenery. The artist decided to move away from the traditional for paintings of a similar genre of Gothic architecture. It was decided to create something new, a fusion of different cultures and eras.

A lot of work was done by the costume designer. Since in the film the action takes place in an indefinite country, and the period of time is also unknown, this gave rise to fantasy. The costumes of peoples from different historical eras were taken into service.

Special role in the film belongs to special effects. Many scenes, especially the transformation of Malkin and her minions into dragons and other creatures, look great. Otherwise, it could not be - they were working on the same team that participated in the creation of "Star Wars".

The plot of the film "The Seventh Son"

John Gregory, the witcher and the last of the ancient Order, fighting evil, high in the mountains encases a powerful witch Malkin in a deep well with an iron grate. Once upon a time they were lovers, but the evil that became more and more dominating her made Gregory imprison her former lover in prison.

After many years, the witch managed to escape and decided to take revenge on all living things. She gathers in her stronghold all the surviving supporters and begins to attack the cities. In passing, Malkin kills the witcher's disciple, whom he trained for ten years. Now Gregory has almost no time to prepare a new assistant. He can be helped only by the seventh son of the seventh son - the one who possesses an unprecedented magical power. And the witcher finds him - this is the son of a simple farmer Tom Ward.

The young man and Gregory have very little time to develop a plan to save the world. When the blood moon rises, Malkin's strength will grow so much that no one can cope with it.

The Legend of the Seventh Son

According to the beliefs of many European nations, the seventh son of the seventh son possessed supernatural abilities. It was believed that he was subject to magical powers and he could heal from disease. There are other versions. According to one of them, such a person became the bearer of the curse. This belief is related to the number "seven", which from time immemorial was given a mystical meaning.

"The Witcher's Apprentice" Joseph DiLaney - the basis of the film Bodrov the Elder

The plot of the film "The Seventh Son" is based on the first novel from the series of books by the English writer about Tom Ward, who became a disciple of the famous witcher, John Gregory. The cycle consists of ten books.

The response about the film "The Seventh Son" of Deleyni himself is unknown, but those who read the original source will note some differences in the plot of the picture and the book. Tom Ward in the movie is much older than his prototype. The hero's mother in the novel does not die in a battle with witches, but returns to his homeland to fight against evil there. There are many discrepancies between the film and the original. In fact, no change remained only the basis - the struggle between the student and the teacher with the strongest of witches Malkin. It seems that the writer allowed writers to slightly change the original story in order to fit the whole story into the framework of one picture.

Cast

Feedback on the film "The Seventh Son" should be positive for at least the composition of the performers who participate in it.

The main role - the pupil of the witch Tom Ward played Ben Barnes, better known as Prince Caspian of the Chronicles of Narnia.

The role of the witcher John Gregory needed an actor who could create the image of a tired, slightly grouchy and cynical warrior with an impetuous temperament. Jeffrey Bridges just perfectly suited this role. And he gladly started filming, especially since Julianne Moore had to play one of the main roles, with which they got along fine during the creation of the film "Big Lebowski". In 2014, Bridges played the old teacher in the film "Dedicated", so it was easy for him to get used to the mentor's image again.

Julianne Moore thanks to the film now has in its arsenal the role of the witch. Malkin in her performance turned out to be really cruel and ruthless. The actress managed to convey a combination of graceful beauty and evil in one person.

Jason Scott Lee, familiar to the audience on the role of Bruce Lee, in the film "The Seventh Son" made an interesting image of the Hurricane, the handmaid Malkin, who takes on the form of a giant bear.

English actor Keith Harrington, who played in the series "The Game of Thrones" by Robb Stark, in the film acted as the predecessor of Tom, mercilessly killed by the queen of witches.

Olivia Williams, a British actress, played the role of Tom's mother, who was also a witch, but went over to the side of good.

Reviews of critics and viewers

Despite the high expectations, the picture was taken badly by critics. If you summarize all the statements in one review of the film "The Seventh Son," you get approximately the following verdict: "The vague logic of the plot and the fantastic creatures piled up in a bunch of fantastic creatures turned the picture into a vinaigrette from everything that fell into the hands of the inept cook."

Critics, however, liked the work of Bodrov. Here it they just praised for the fact that he saved the film a good production. Claims were to a small timing, which simply did not give time to reveal the characters' characters. The plot seemed to the critics too simple and naive, the dialogues are banal, and the jokes are not ridiculous. There were no claims against the game of actors.

Rental results

Did the success of the film "The Seventh Son"? 2014 was a time of waiting for the audience, but the picture was released only in early 2015. Despite the delay, there were a lot of people who wanted to see the new work of director Bodrov. With a budget of about $ 100 million, the picture raised a good $ 110 million. The record is not called, but also a failure, too. Despite the negative reviews of critics, the audience found the picture interesting.

Conclusion

To make up your impression and feedback about the film "The Seventh Son", it's worth watching it yourself. He really deserves a spectator's attention with a dynamic plot, good cast and impressive special effects.

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