Streaming giant Netflix has recently added a fantasy action film starring Vin Diesel and Elijah Wood to its library. However, the release has been marred by complications.
Here Comes Vin Diesel's 'The Last Witch Hunter' on Netflix - But Should You Watch It?
Get ready for some wicked action as Breck Eisner's 'The Last Witch Hunter' graces Netflix's shelves.
Now available for streaming, 'The Last Witch Hunter' released in 2015, offers an intriguing premise on paper. But hold onto your brooms, folks, as we're about to spill the beans on why it's best to ogle something else.
Vin Diesel takes the reins in this spine-chilling action flick, playing the role of Kaulder, an immortal witch hunter who swings a flaming sword with an uncanny grace. The fine-tuned warrior strikes fear in the hearts of witches, working side-by-side with 'The Axe and Cross' to ensure safety for humanity by keeping the supernatural forces at bay.
But what happens when modern-day coven folk conspire to revive their queen? You guessed it—Kaulder and a crack team of allies fight tooth and claw to shield humanity from being hexed. It's star-studded, featuring Michael Caine, Elijah Wood, and Rose Leslie, so things see promising, right? So what gives?
The low-down: 'The Last Witch Hunter' leaves a lot to be desired. Even for those who can't get enough of escapades in fantasy land, this flick might leave you yawning. Your trusty fantasy nerd cringes to say it, but I suggest steering clear of this Netflix offering and finding a different film to binge.
Lackluster CGI and fighting sequences can't save this movie from its monotonous storyline; there's simply no thrill to be found. Truth be told, Diesel appears miscast as our magical marauder, and the overall tone veers more towards soporific than exhilarating. It's a flimsy attempt at an action-packed triumph that falls short of being a guilty pleasure.
行け-Witch Hunter' feels like a messy mash-up of fantasy tropes and dull action, and it's not just me pining for a slumber party. You might have noticed a trend, as the film's Rotten Tomatoes score clocks in at a dismal 18% from critics. The 44% score on Popcornmeter suggests a divided viewing audience at best.
For a taste of critics' opinions, here's Guy Lodge of Variety summing it up as a "limp, lame-brained occult thriller" that "is too drab to succeed even as defiantly unvirtuous trash." Peter Bradshaw of The Guardian handed it a measly one-star rating, calling it "dismal and dull" and suggesting that the movie falls short of the "Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" standard. Kyle Anderson of Entertainment Weekly referred to the movie as "an unfortunately heavy-handed, humorless, self-serious" affair that's sure to put you in a sleep-inducing coma.
If you're in desperate need of some magic-infused flicks and have already devoured the standout "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves," I'd say it's best to skip 'The Last Witch Hunter' on Netflix. Just in case, we've got a list of the top movies on Netflix at the ready for your next binge!
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It seems you might want to explore more entertainment options besides 'The Last Witch Hunter' and movies-and-tv related to fantasy, as this flick didn't resonate with critics or audiences alike, leaving a wide berth for alternative choices.If you're yearning for movies-and-tv with a magical flair, consider delving into the top movies on Netflix instead, as 'The Last Witch Hunter' might not fully satiate your craving for quality entertainment in this genre.
