An ambitious spectacle that should enthrall preteens and remind their parents of the innovative daring of the Star Wars movies.
Dungeons & Dragons (2000)
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Reviews Counted:86
Fresh:9
Rotten:77
Average Rating:3.1/10
Consensus: Critics say this movie has a cheap look and is badly directed. Despite the presence of talented actors, the performances are really bad, and additionally, some people are offended at Marlon Wayans' character, calling it a racist throwback to black stereotypes.
Theatrical Release:Dec 8, 2000 Wide
Box Office: $14,813,627
Synopsis:
The Empire of Izmer has long been a divided land. The Mages -- an elite group of magic users -- rule whilst the lowly commoners are powerless. Izmer's young Empress, Savina (Thora Birch), wants...
The Empire of Izmer has long been a divided land. The Mages -- an elite group of magic users -- rule whilst the lowly commoners are powerless. Izmer's young Empress, Savina (Thora Birch), wants equality and prosperity for all, but the evil Mage Profion (Jeremy Irons) is plotting to depose her, and establish his own rule.
The Empress possesses a scepter which controls Izmer's Golden Dragons. To challenge her rule, Profion must have the scepter, and tricks the Council of Mages into believing Savina is unfit to hold it. Knowing that Profion will bring death and destruction to Izmer, Savina, must find the legendary Rod of Savrille, a mythical rod that has the power to control Red Dragons, a species even mightier than the Gold.
Enter two thieves, Ridley (Justin Whalin) and Snails (Marlon Wayans), who unwittingly become instrumental in Savina's search for the Rod. Joined by a feisty Dwarf named Elwood (Lee Arenberg), and helped by the Empress's expert tracker, the Elf Norda (Kristen Wilson), the young heroes go in search of the Rod of Savrille.
From the deadly maze of the Thieves Guild at Antius to an Elven Village, secret grotto and abandoned castles, Ridley and his band must outwit Profion's chief henchman Damodar (Bruce Payne) at every turn while back in Izmer, Profion prepares to do battle with the Empress. All depends on the Rod, but outcome of the race to reach it first is far from certain, and Izmar's very survival hangs in the balance…
Starring: Jeremy Irons, Thora Birch, Justin Whalin, Bruce Payne
Starring: Jeremy Irons, Thora Birch, Justin Whalin, Bruce Payne, Marlon Wayans, Kristen Wilson, Lee Arenberg, Robert Miano, Tom Baker, Richard O'Brien, Zoe McLellan, Edward Jewesbury
Director: Courtney Solomon
Director: Courtney Solomon
Screenwriter: Topper Lilien, Mark Leahy, Carroll Cartwright
Producer: Corey Solomon, Kia Jam, Tom Hammell
Composer: Justin Caine Burnett
Studio: New Line Cinema
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Reviews for Dungeons & Dragons
This film is an all-you-can-eat buffet of bad acting, and Jeremy Irons is going back for seconds, chewing up the scenery with utter shamelessness.
Maybe I should let a role of the dice determine whether I use a cudgel or a broadsword to put this puppy out of its misery?
The visual spectacle, special effects and action should impress lovers of the fantasy genre.
It's difficult to imagine either a casual player or a devotee (let alone someone unfamiliar with the game) finding much to enjoy in this horribly slapdash affair.
The story often thrills with its message about the sinister homogeneity of evil and how good can prevail only if diverse types join together to do what's right.
It seems almost too obvious to suggest that D&D actually stands for Dumb & Dumber, and it would also, in this case, be an understatement.
The special effects range from good to kinda silly. The dialogue, unfortunately, is mostly silly.
Easily one of the year's worst films, and there's a very good chance it could run away with multiple Razzie Award nominations for its excessive crapulence.
I am certain that this sloppy slice of schlock is hardly what the fandom had in mind.
Dungeons and Dragons is the fantasy genre at its worst and will likely disgruntle even the most die-hard role-playing wonks.
Amateurish, unintentionally hilarious, horribly written piece of crap.
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