Hollywood has begun to recycle biblehistory for lack of anything else salable. Last time it was Noah and his ark, now comes the movie about Moses. Ridley Scott pour in special effects to tell the story of the slave’s son who grew up in Pharaoh and get a message from God to lead his people, the Israelites, out of Egypt.
Of course, “Avatar” creator also some new twists on the familiar story of oppression and liberation. It’s as if he believes that plagues God of Israel sends over Egypt when Pharaoh refuses to let the slaves go, not enough drama.
Director and scriptwriters made Moses a warrior Pharaoh to his foster brother and given a child of God’s voice.
TRYING TO MAKE IT PERSONAL
handles are functioning partially. Moses’ mission from God stands in contrast to his previous life as Pharaoh weapon dragons, but he could have been just as strong unarmed. That he is against a Pharaoh as he has grown up with makes it more personal. Barnet as God’s voice is scary where it talks about punishment and death, while if it is reminiscent of another child who is celebrated every July But this is far from the baby Jesus.
It is fascinating to see ancient Egypt recreated with its statues and pyramids. Pity that most major Egyptian roles played by western actors, something Scott has been criticized for. John Turturro is a surprising choice as aging Pharaoh but has got some wise remarks. Australian Joel Edgerton provides Ramses arrogance and anger, as expected.
BALE AS DOUBTFUL MOSES
It is up to Christian Bale as Moses to make movie interesting, and it is a thankless task as Ridley Scott submit their effects and Moses being reduced to a piece. But Bale manages to give the feeling of a common man’s doubts to forces outside himself.
The problem is that it has invested more effort in creating Egypt universe than to give life to the people in it. Ridley Scott has had four scriptwriters at work, but still not managed to create a memorable film of biblical history.
When there is not so much tension involved, this becomes a movie for those who like historical films or want to see Christian Bales interpretation.
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