Lancelot falls in love with Guinevere, who is due to be married to King Arthur. Meanwhile, a violent warlord tries to seize power from Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table.
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| Sean Connery | ... | King Arthur | |
| Richard Gere | ... | Lancelot | |
| Julia Ormond | ... | Guinevere | |
| Ben Cross | ... | Prince Malagant | |
| Liam Cunningham | ... | Agravaine | |
| Christopher Villiers | ... | Sir Kay | |
| Valentine Pelka | ... | Sir Patrise | |
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Colin McCormack | ... | Sir Mador |
| Ralph Ineson | ... | Ralf | |
| John Gielgud | ... | Oswald | |
| Stuart Bunce | ... | Peter, King's Stableman | |
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Jane Robbins | ... | Elise |
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Jean Marie Coffey | ... | Petronella |
| Paul Kynman | ... | Mark | |
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Tom Lucy | ... | Sir Sagramore |
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Lancelot lives by the sword. In fact, they're next door neighbours, so teaming up to fight for money comes pretty naturally. Lady Guinevere, on her way to marry King Arthur is ambushed by the evil Sir Malagant. Fortunately Lancelot is lurking nearby and he rescues his future queen. They fall in love, but Guinevere still fancies the idea of wearing a crown, so she honours her promise to Arthur. Can Lady Guinevere remain faithful, or will this Pretty Woman become a lady of the knight? Written by Tim McSmythurs <Tim.McSmythurs@swindon.ericsson.se>
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Their greatest battle would be for her love.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 for some brutal medieval battles | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
7 July 1995 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Budget:
$55,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$10,856,442, 9 July 1995, Wide ReleaseGross USA:
$37,600,435Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$127,600,435Company Credits
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Veteran composer Maurice Jarre was initially hired to score the original three-hour cut of the film. However, he was given only four weeks to write 90 minutes of music and, believing that it wasn't enough time, he declined the offer. Jerry Goldsmith was hired at the last minute, had limited time to compose the music and was left with only three and a half days to record it. See more »Goofs
When Arthur brings Lancelot inside to show him the Round Table, what appears to be a Phillips-head screw is visible on the inside of the door they walk through. See more »Quotes
Arthur: What wise men say doesn't last. What cannot be promised, or made to linger any more than sunlight.See more »
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Although many have criticised this film harshly, I believe it is unnecessary. It is an adaptation of the myth of Arthur, and is interesting. There is no magic, no Merlin :(, no Morgana, no sword in the stone - in fact, no referral to Arthur's past. This obviously changes the myth quite substantially. Merlin and the Sword were key players in the typical Arthur legend, but this adaptation is good because Morgana often confuses people.
It squashes what Camelot really is - an ideal - into about two and a bit hours of movie. Richard Gere is charming as Lancelot, a roving swordsman, and Lady Guinevere delivers an outstanding performance as the young woman torn between two loves. Sean Connery, is as always, fantastic. The best thing about this movie - to me - was that the love story was sensible. Instead of Guinevere and Lancelot cheating on Arthur, it becomes more of a love triangle, with deeper issues, as all three love each other (in different ways.)
All this said, it isn't the greatest movie despite some excellent acting - the movie had a weak plot and Maligant is not a very convincing villain. But, if you're bored, home sick, or just want to watch some light entertainment, by all means watch this film - just don't expect Peter Jackson quality.