Release Date: May 28, 2010
Runtime: 1 hr. 56 min.
Director: Mike Newell
Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton, Ben Kingsley, Alfred Molina, Steve Toussaint.
Joining the slew of video game adaptations comes “Prince of Persia,” starring Jake Gyllenhaal in his first big action-hero role. Known for his boyish good looks and taking on more serious roles lately, the question becomes: can he pull it off? While physically fitting for the role, the accent is less than convincing, giving it a comical twist that was probably unintentional. Together with quick-rising star, Gemma Arterton, they set out to save the world with a magical dagger and a glass full of sand. Being as farfetched as it sounds, the film has its moments, offering up plenty of action and special effects. Still, the villain is predictable and the story plays without much thought. But while this is no “Pirates of the Caribbean,” it at least gets the job done in being an entertaining popcorn flick of the summer. Expect little and get enough.
Rating: 2½ stars
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