Heath Ledger, Paul Bettany, Rufus Sewell

Although the legendary H.Ledger is in the lead role, it’s actually Paul Bettany who has caught my attention with theatrical monologues in this title. In a supporting role, though, but he won an award for it. Guaranteed he enjoyed the role of spokesman himself.

Certainly not the first, nor the best role in the relatively short career of a talented Ledger. But interestingly and convincingly, he played the character of Sir Ulrich Von Lichtenstein. It’s actually William – an ordinary peasant with a desire to become something more. So he changes his name, falsifies his origins so that as a nobleman he could participate in a knighthood contest.

The entire cast actually contributed to goal where cliché in the script fell into a second plan, and the characters brought our attention instead.

Excellent elements of romance were helped by the lovable S.Sossamon (in hers debut role), while the action alongside Ledger was complemented by the brilliant Rufus Sewell as the inevitable rival to the protagonist, in the role of knight of the villain.

There are also elements of the parody, starting with the opening scene that begins with the number ‘We Will Rock You’. Then the ‘Nike’ logo engraved on the armor; I thought for a moment that I had a bad view, I had to bring the scene back 😁.

Several touching scenes are also beautifully blended in. I would single out the return of Sir Ulrich/William to his native country, where after so many years (now as a famous knight) he has reunited with his blind father…

As a final judgment, I’d compare it to Mr. Guy Ritchy’s ‘King Arthur’. Who liked that title, this one will also entertain him. And who expected the Brave Heart script, the criticism will be overwhelming.