A short review.
This film needs to be looked at again, not as a period epic but as some good, honest entertainment. A "swashbuckler" in the true sense of the word, 'The Man In The Iron Mask' is worth a look.
If you can believe the premise that the King Louis has a secret twin you're half way to enjoying this film. Obviously the all-star cast is a huge plus. Irons, Depardieu and Malkovich are awesome as usual and Di Caprio is decent. Do not expect a believable story because you will be disappointed.
It works best as a fairy tale and is fairly enjoyable if you watch it with that frame of mind.
This film needs to be looked at again, not as a period epic but as some good, honest entertainment. A "swashbuckler" in the true sense of the word, 'The Man In The Iron Mask' is worth a look.
If you can believe the premise that the King Louis has a secret twin you're half way to enjoying this film. Obviously the all-star cast is a huge plus. Irons, Depardieu and Malkovich are awesome as usual and Di Caprio is decent. Do not expect a believable story because you will be disappointed.
It works best as a fairy tale and is fairly enjoyable if you watch it with that frame of mind.