Legend

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Christian K A solid intro to fantasy in the recognizable 80's practical effects style. It being Ridley Scott's follow up to Alien and Blade Runner back to back probably dragged its perception down a lot. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/14/25 Full Review TheMovieSearch R Legend is one of those rare fantasy films that feels like it was plucked straight from a fever dream of the 1980s. Directed by Ridley Scott and starring a young Tom Cruise, the movie dives deep into a world of mythical creatures, ethereal forests, and dark, fairy-tale danger. It’s a film that blends beauty and terror in equal measure, creating something that feels both enchanting and deeply unsettling. From its opening moments, it’s clear that Legend was meant to exist in the same cinematic universe as Labyrinth or The Dark Crystal—a handcrafted fantasy built on imagination, mood, and myth. Cruise plays Jack, a forest-dwelling hero who finds himself on a quest to rescue a princess and defeat a monstrous being who resembles a demonic version of Satan himself, played by Tim Curry in one of the most memorable villain performances of the decade. The story is simple, almost archetypal, but that’s part of its charm. It doesn’t try to overcomplicate itself; instead, it leans into the atmosphere and visual storytelling. The sets, makeup, and practical effects are mesmerizing—every frame feels touched by artistry. It’s a film that doesn’t just tell a fantasy story; it immerses you in one. That said, Legend is far from perfect. The screenplay often meanders, and the dialogue doesn’t always carry the emotional weight it seems to be reaching for. Some scenes feel like dream fragments rather than pieces of a cohesive story, and that can make the pacing uneven. Still, if you view it through the lens of 1980s fantasy filmmaking—when tone and world-building were often prioritized over tight narrative structure—it’s easier to appreciate what the filmmakers were aiming for. There’s a sincerity in how it embraces its own strangeness. What truly stands out, though, is the visual direction. Ridley Scott, even in this early era of his career, demonstrated an unmatched eye for texture and lighting. The film glows with this soft, otherworldly shimmer, creating an atmosphere that feels almost spiritual. Combined with Jerry Goldsmith’s haunting score, the movie captures a sense of wonder that few fantasy films have managed to replicate since. It’s a movie that’s less about logic and more about the feeling of stepping into a living fairy tale—one filled with beauty, darkness, and magic. Tom Cruise gives a surprisingly grounded performance for such an otherworldly story. You can see the early signs of the movie star he would become—his charisma, intensity, and undeniable screen presence are all there. The rest of the cast, especially Tim Curry as Darkness, give the film its real texture. Curry’s performance alone elevates Legend from a strange fantasy to something iconic. He’s terrifying, seductive, and oddly sympathetic, embodying everything that makes the movie both frightening and fascinating. In the end, Legend is not a masterpiece, but it’s a beautifully flawed gem. It’s a product of its time, overflowing with visual imagination and dreamlike storytelling that doesn’t always make perfect sense but still manages to captivate. It’s easy to see why it’s become a cult classic—the kind of movie that fans revisit not for its coherence but for its mood, design, and sheer boldness. It’s not a film that everyone will love, but for those who appreciate fantasy that dares to be strange and ethereal, Legend still casts a powerful spell. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/05/25 Full Review Kim P One of THE WORST movies I've ever seen. Just HORRIBLE, particularly Tom Cruise's so-called "acting". John Wayne played the same character in almost every film but, unlike Cruise< Wayne could act when paired with a good director, Cruise Flopped with Ridley Freakin' Scott! Story sucked as well. Don't waste your time on this smelly pile of dookie. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 11/02/25 Full Review thiago s Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 09/15/25 Full Review Frans B Ridley Scott masterpiece. There's a very clear and straightforward narrative, as there should be with fairytales. There's the hero, the princess, his friends and helpers, the bad guy and his henchmen. The cinematography and make up effects are superb, and the world building is breathtaking. Amazing cinematography, very well written and put together. Stellar cast all excels in character. Classic Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/11/25 Full Review M P. How this became a cult classic makes no sense other than the make-up. It’s a terrible movie and no way lives up to classic 80s fantasy like genius Jim Henson Dark Crystal & Labyrinth and the Never Ending Story. Doesn’t even come close. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 07/05/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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