Legend (film): Fantastic fantasy experience nobody watched
I have such fond memories of this movie that I was stunned I tell you, Stunned! to find out that it was a commercial failure and didn't even make back its money.
The year was 1985 and most of you probably weren't even alive. Fantasy and science fiction was all the rage in cinemas and somehow this one managed to pass us all by. I was one of the ones that actually saw it in theaters because it was rated PG (it easily could have been made into something more gruesome.)
The plot is like this: Darkness (Tim Curry) wishes to cast the world into eternal night. In order to do so he must capture the Unicorns, which are the protectors of light, and sever their horns. Once this is complete darkness (literally and figuratively) will be victorious forever. Evil prevails at first (as you would expect) and now Jack (played by a very young Tom Cruise) must enter the lair of "Darkness" and free the last remaining unicorn to avoid eternal night. Yeah, it sounds dumb but it is actually visually stunning and only a few of the characters are annoying.
that's right folks, Tom Cruise in his prime starring a film that failed
Who would have thought that after directing Alien and Blade Runner that Ridley Scott would flop at the box office? The cinematography is beautiful, the non human characters have some of the most legend-ary costumes ever contrived at that point in time. Especially with Tim Curry as this Satan-type-thing called "Darkness"
this was definitely a part of my childhood nightmares
I can't begin to understand how this movie managed to fail. You have one of the most cherished directors, a story in a genre that was exceptionally popular at the time, a fantastic musical score, a massive (for the time) budget, and one of the biggest movie stars of all time in the lead role.
The overall professional critic assessment of this film differs greatly from that of the general public. I mean a LOT. This movie has become a cult classic and it thoroughly deserves that ascription. I would be very interested to hear what those of you with a background in film studies have to say about why this managed to not succeed.
After the brilliant "Alien" Ridley Scott created a brilliant "Blade Runner", unfortunately, completely not understood by the public. The picture gained its cult status after years, becoming an indisputable standard among fans of science fiction. The same fate befell the next picture of the director. Appeared in 1985 on the screens "Legend" was waiting for the indifference of spectators and commercial failure. This wonderful fairy tale was tasted only after she appeared on the home video and now this tape rightfully occupies a place of honor among such recognized films as "Die Unendliche Geschichte", "Labyrinth", "The Princess Bride"
Immediately I want to note that the plot here is rather secondary, and on the first place there is an amazing, viscous atmosphere, a chic visual series, an unmatched soundtrack from Tangenine Dream. The artist and the tape operator created an amazing, stunning world populated by goblins, fairies, dwarves ... A world that lives by its laws, where the delicate balance of Good and Evil can be broken only by one touch of the mortal.
Believe in this country Fantasy helps the audience and the ensemble of the tape, among which only the young Tom Cruise looks pale, who just started his Hollywood career and thundered in "Risky Business" Paul Brickman. The actor confidently copes with the tricks, but still it is not quite possible to accurately depict the hero. Alas, but in my opinion, in the Legend, it's being overplayed by almost everyone - both stunning (Oscar from the great Die Blechtrommel by Volker Schlöndorff), David Bennent in the role of Gump, and the refined Mia Sarah, whose role in this film was debut, and, of course, the chic Tim Curry, whose image of the Lord of Darkness is impressive so far, even after more than 25 years.
In the distant 1985 many hastened to call "Legend" the creative failure of Ridley Scott, which had a negative impact on his career, and the ovation of the director was thwarted six years later, in 1991, when the film "Thelma & Louise" was released. And Legend, for the time being, is the only creation of the director in the genre of fantasy, fully conforming to his own statement - "I love to create new worlds."
This movie was an instant hit in my home as a kid. We grew up Watching this one (and a few others) on repeat haha. In my opinion it flopped so bad because it was so far ahead of its time. In an age where sitcoms and action movies were on the rise, fantasy was often overlooked. (Opinion of course)
EDIT maybe I missed something? This post reads like it’s about Legend (1985) with Tom Cruise, but all these comments above are about Legend (2015) with Tom Hardy?
yep, you are correct. I don't know what they are talking about :O this thread has opened my eyes about a lot of my long-term followers... they are completely full of doo-doo. If it is a bot I can't even imagine how. I appreciate the fact that you actually read the article and actually appreciate the actual film that i am talking about. I am following you now and well... i guess I am just mad because now i realize that many of my followers are fake AF.
Yea, I suspected these were preconstructed responses about pop culture. I’ve seen similar things happen on other social media when films/books share a name, maybe a Bot scanning content for a title and then pasted the according response? (I don’t even know if that’s possible, just brainstorming...) either way, thanks for the follow!
What I loved about this film is that it gives off a happy vibe. What I mean by this is that, while the effects, sets, and visuals of the time were kinda outstanding, this film was not just meant to attract everyone. It is one of the cult films that branches out into the most wildest reaches of the imagination. The themes of the movie are pretty simple: good vs evil, hero and villain, a world of fantasy, and love. However, the director accomplished something much deeper, more disturbing, darker, and so much more pleasing to the eyes of the viewers. This is an ultimate classic you have to see.
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This is an interesting and enjoyable enough film but I can't help but feel a little disappointed. It didn't fully meet my expectations. A lot of questions were left unanswered and the movie as a whole feels like it is missing something.
A lot of the humour wasn't necessary or appropriate, in fact I thought it somewhat tainted the movie and the story it was supposed to be telling. The violence is minimal - surprising for a gangster movie but not necessarily a bad thing, though I personally would have liked a bit more action.
All in all, 'Legend' is a decent enough film and Tom Hardy is convincing as the Krays, but I was largely underwhelmed. There is nothing special about this movie and I will probably soon forget about it.
i can't help but think that you didn't even read my article. This is about the fantasy film Legend from 1985.
I read your previous all content but i thought its Legent (2015 ) movie.. A little mistake..Yup, I saw legent (2015) movie but unfortunately i could not see Legent (1985) movie... I am sorry for misunderstanding...
maybe actually read the article. There is no chance that anyone could have read what i wrote and thought that this was about a 70's gangster film in england.
Right, I read your previous article but not it buddy. After reading your this article title, i comment it. I know its wrong way . Again sorry for it
I really enjoyed this film. It does make out the Krays to be quite comical, especially Ronnie Kray. When in reality they were complete thugs and bullies. But as entertainment this was a great film, which is worth the admission price to see Tom Hardy play both roles.
Taron Egerton is excellent as 'Mad Teddy' and adds some extra charisma to the film. The film is over 2 hours but didn't drag at all. It's not up there with Goodfellas, but then not many films are. I've read a lot of books about the Krays and they left a lot out of this movie. I wouldn't say it is the definitive film of the Krays and it could have been better. As someone mentioned previously, it could have been a trilogy. But I can't really see many people playing the roles better than Tom Hardy.
I would say if you like Tom Hardy, and English gangland history, then you won't be disappointed with this film.
wrong movie buddy.
If it wasn't was the performance of Hardy (and credit to Colin Morgan again, good as ever), this would be one of the worst films I've seen in a good while.
Whilst this adaption of the Krays 'story' takes a closer look at the Reggie/Frances relationship and the complex nature of the brothers, focusing nothing like as much on their violence, it fails to bring any real sense of connection with what they did.
There are time line errors, gaps in the story that surely needed to be there and an almost comical feel to proceedings at times.
Some of the fight scenes are nothing short of woeful with punches very obviously pulled and blows that even the shortest sighted of viewers will see don't land! Hardy's acting is well above anything I have seen from him previously. The portrayal of Ronnie is mesmerising. That should also tell you that the film has got to be bad for me to give it 4/10 after such a superb showing from Tom.
Why they didn't put as much effort into a storyline that worked as they did into casting is completely lost on me.
wrong Legend movie
Legend is a good movie with a reasonably well developed storyline and a great cast. The highlight of the movie is without a doubt Tom Hardy, shining as two characters, Reggie and Ronnie, two real life gangsters, better know as the Kray twins, it is clear that he put a lot of work in to these characters and delivers two very different performances. The story is slow moving, the trailer made it look like a fast paced, fun crime film, but the pace is quite tedious, however, it is not very serious either, not sure whether it wanted to be a comedy or drama, and in the end feels a bit bland because of that. Frances was one of the biggest flaws, though Emily Browning does her best, the character is poorly written, her narration makes her appear troubled, although her real life self is abundantly normal, it's as if they are two different characters, we are never introduced to the Frances we see in person until the very end. The film does boost some enjoyable fight scene and excellent dialogue, particularly from Hardy and Chazz Palminteri. It certainly has its flaws, but Legend is a fun ride and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good crime film, just do not bother going out of your way to see it.
A pair of gangster twins, Ronnie and Reggie Kray, work together in order to rule London.
wrong Legend movie dude.
@gooddream Dear sir, I have Books of "Legend " & i watched this movie but movie story so different than Book story. Writer name are same! Why?
what writer name?