Conan the Barbarian

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Nathan J. Rating: 4.7/10 A loud, bloody reboot with a strong lead performance. Highlights - Strong Lead: Jason Momoa embodies Conan with ferocity and physical presence. - Gore and Action: Director Marcus Nispel delivers on R-rated violence. Criticisms - Generic Plot: A forgettable "fetch quest" lacking depth and philosophy. - Weak Supporting Cast: One-dimensional villains and romance feel forced. Verdict A misfire highlighting the importance of a good script. Jason Momoa's performance can't salvage the generic direction and forgettable plot. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 11/28/25 Full Review Gordon J Diving back into the 2011 reboot of Conan the Barbarian, I was utterly captivated by Jason Momoa's portrayal of the Cimmerian warrior. His physique is a marvel—rippling with raw, primal power that screams ancient berserker. The action is pure adrenaline-fueled poetry. From savage sword clashes in mist-shrouded ruins to brutal, bone-crunching brawls atop crumbling altars, each sequence pulses with kinetic fury. Choreography honors the source material's grit, blending practical stunts with just enough VFX for epic scale—think thundering chariot pursuits and demonic hordes that feel perilously real. What elevates it all is the authentic Hyborian vibe: sun-baked deserts, shadowy sorcerous lairs, and a pantheon of forgotten gods that whisper of Robert E. Howard's mythic pulp roots. This isn't sanitized fantasy; it's a blood-soaked saga of vengeance and wanderlust, evoking the barbaric dawn of civilization. At 113 minutes, it's a lean, mean thrill ride that left me craving more. 10/10 Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/18/25 Full Review Ari V Coked up nonsense useful mainly for its occasional moments of unintentional absurdity. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 09/10/25 Full Review Yu S bought this on accident trying to buy the original movie , watched it anyway, so horrifically bad just a direct knock off of the mummy , acting was great actually all around and set design/costuming but the ending felt like extremely dissatisfying - those lovebirds risked their lives for each other and for what ?? so he could drop her off at home and wave goodbye ?? stop it lmao this movie was a victim of the times Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 09/03/25 Full Review The Savage Sword C Conan. 2011 As a dedicated fan of Conan of Cimmeria—what many movie enthusiasts, particularly those who admire Arnold Schwarzenegger, refer to as "Conan the Barbarian"—I was promised a film that would finally be true to the essence of the novels by the brilliant author Robert E. Howard. In my opinion, Conan surpasses Tarzan in American literature. Over the years, Conan has evolved significantly, and his intellectual property is now overseen by Frederik Malmberg. However, we've seen a mixed bag of adaptations, starting with the 1980s film, which I like to call "Clonan." While it bore Conan's name, it was more of a Kull adventure, which confuses the two distinct characters. By the way, Conan's debut story was initially a Kull adventure before it transitioned into the Conan we know today. Following that, we got mildly entertaining cartoons for kids and a forgettable TV series. Then came the 2011 film featuring Jason Momoa. After his standout role as Khal Drogo, my excitement was palpable; however, studio interference ruined what could have been a great adaptation. Regrettably, we ended up with yet another mediocre interpretation. I genuinely believe Jason could have been a superior Conan—he'd have been even more fitting than “no-lines” Arnold—if they had dyed his hair black and given him blue contacts and a better script we would have had a Robert E. Howard-worthy Conan that would have easily matched Frank Frazetta’s iconic portrayals (and for trivia, Frank didn’t even read the books before illustrating Conan—just a nugget for you). Stephen Lang was an excellent choice for the villain, yet again, a Hollywood movie has a strong cast but a poor script. The opening scene had promise, but quickly devolved into the same tired revenge plot that Conan’s narrative never embraced. His tribe was never slain; he was a boy with dreams that reached beyond Cimmeria, ignited by his grandfather’s timeless stories. His philosophy, "I love, I love, I slay; therefore I am content," encapsulates his character in ways this movie utterly failed to grasp. They attempted to honor Howard's vision but faltered at nearly every turn. As an action film, it serves its purpose for casual viewing—it's decent enough for a one-time watch, but falls short of becoming a classic like the original Conan the Barbarian. Even "Destroyer" holds up better, perhaps thanks to both CtB/CtD's memorable soundtracks—both of which I maintain are cinematic scores that surpass all others. In terms of a sword-and-sorcery adventure, you might get some entertainment. Still, this film misses the mark entirely when it comes to delivering a faithful Conan of Cimmeria experience. How difficult can it be to create a Conan movie or series? A plethora of short stories by Howard and stellar comics have come after, which do justice to the IP and the genre far better than this. By Crom, I rank this film third in the Conan series. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/07/25 Full Review thiago s Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajudou 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 05/20/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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