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The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010) 6.1
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6.1/10 from 79,838 users
Metascore: 46/100
Reviews: 224 user | 226 critic | 34 from Metacritic.com Balthazar Blake, master sorcerer and apprentice of Merlin, must find and train Merlin's descendant to destroy Morgana le Fey, the darkest sorceress of all time. Director:Jon Turteltaub |
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Cast
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| Jay Baruchel | ... | ||
| Alfred Molina | ... | ||
| Teresa Palmer | ... |
Becky
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Bennet
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Veronica
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Wai Ching Ho | ... |
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Subway Mugger
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Young Dave's Pal
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| Peyton List | ... |
Young Becky
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Plot Synopsis
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Balthazar Blake (Nicolas Cage) is a master sorcerer in modern-day Manhattan trying to defend the city from his arch-nemesis, Maxim Horvath (Alfred Molina). Balthazar can't do it alone, so he recruits Dave Stutler (Jay Baruchel), a seemingly average guy who demonstrates hidden potential, as his reluctant protégé. The sorcerer gives his unwilling accomplice a crash course in the art and science of magic, and together, these unlikely partners work to stop the forces of darkness. It'll take all the courage Dave can muster to survive his training, save the city and get the girl as he becomes The Sorcerer's Apprentice. Written by Walt Disney Pictures
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A job so great, it's magic. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG for fantasy action violence, some mild rude humor and brief language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
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EnglishRelease Date:
14 July 2010 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
El aprendiz de brujo See more »Box Office
Budget:
$150,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
£1,140,532 (UK) (13 August 2010)Gross:
$63,143,812 (USA) (22 October 2010)Company Credits
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Narrator: The war between Sorcerers was fought in the shadows of history, and the fate of mankind rested with the just and powerful Merlin. He told his secrets to three trusted apprentices: Balthazar, Veronica, and Horvath. He should have trusted only two.
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(2009)
Written by Christian Zucconi, Hannah Hooper, Ryan Rabin
Performed by Grouplove
Under license from Grouplove, LLC
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Trivia
In the bathroom scene, Balthazar uses the Hungarian Mirror trick against Maxim Horvath. Horvath's last name is a typical Hungarian surname. It means "Croatian". See more »Goofs
When the film indicates that it is "Ten Years Later, To The Day" before showing Dave as an adult, it is understood that it is the year the film was released; 2010. Therefore, the events of his childhood encounter at the Arcana Cabana would be anytime in the year 2000. However, in the shot of his school bus on the bridge that shows the downtown New York skyline, the twin towers of the World Trade Center are not there. See more »Quotes
[first lines]Narrator: The war between Sorcerers was fought in the shadows of history, and the fate of mankind rested with the just and powerful Merlin. He told his secrets to three trusted apprentices: Balthazar, Veronica, and Horvath. He should have trusted only two.
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Crazy Credits
During the opening credits the sound effects of the Walt Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films sequences are replaced with sound effects from the film (sounds of spell casting and Tesla discharge). See more »Soundtracks
"Gold Coast"(2009)
Written by Christian Zucconi, Hannah Hooper, Ryan Rabin
Performed by Grouplove
Under license from Grouplove, LLC
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Overall, this is entertaining and well done. The effects are not revolutionary but at least fit in to the story rather than detract from it. No violence or mayhem - its OK for a younger to general audience. Main fault is the hero Dave played by Jay Baruchel isn't up to the part.
The script is pleasant if predictable - does the nerd hero rise to the task and vanquish the evil forces. There could have been more historical witches besides Abigail Williams of Salem. There are some humorous bits but not too many.
Acting is better than expected. Nicholas Cage is quite good more serious and less horsey than usual. Monica looks a little older and has too little screen time. Alfred Molina is convincing without being annoying. Alice Krige (Morgana) is good and looks young. Teresa Palmer (Becky) the girlfriend acts and looks like a blonde Kristen Stewart.
The main problem is Jay Baruchel (Dave) is a too geeky to the point of spastic sometimes. It is painful to watch him. He lacks charm and charisma nerdy or otherwise. He is not a cute geek. He speaks like he has a speech impediment. Would have been better with someone more like Shia Labeouf, Justin Long or Michael Angarano if they wanted one of the new nerd/geek heroes.