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Synopsis
D’Artagnan, on a quest to rescue the abducted Constance, runs into the mysterious Milady de Winter again. The tension between the Catholics and the Protestants finally escalates, as the king declares war — forcing the now four musketeers into battle. But as the war goes on, they are tested physically, mentally and emotionally.
Original title Les trois mousquetaires : Milady
IMDb Rating 6.468 454 votes
TMDb Rating 6.468
Director
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Cast
D'Artagnan
Athos
Aramis
Porthos
Milady
Constance Bonacieux
Louis XIII
Anne d'Autriche
Le Duc de Buckingham
Le Cardinal de Richelieu
Reviews
Les Trois Mousquetaires : Milady: A Swashbuckling Adventure That Falls Short
Introduction
The Three Musketeers is a classic adventure story that has been adapted into numerous films and television series over the years. The latest adaptation, Les Trois Mousquetaires : Milady, is a French film that was released in 2023. The film stars Eva Green as Milady de Winter, a femme fatale who is out to destroy the Musketeers. While the film has some exciting action sequences and a strong performance from Green, it ultimately fails to live up to the classic story.
The Plot
The film begins with the Musketeers being tasked with escorting the young Queen of France to England. However, their mission is complicated by the presence of Milady de Winter, a beautiful and deadly spy who is working for Cardinal Richelieu. Milady uses her charms to seduce the Musketeers and manipulate them into betraying their mission. However, the Musketeers eventually uncover her treachery and a thrilling battle ensues.
The Characters
The Musketeers are all well-developed characters, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. Athos is the leader of the group, a skilled swordsman and a loyal friend. Porthos is the strongest of the Musketeers, a powerful fighter and a boastful womanizer. Aramis is the youngest and most handsome of the Musketeers, a skilled swordsman and a romantic idealist. D'Artagnan is the newest member of the group, a young and ambitious swordsman who is eager to prove himself.
Milady de Winter is a complex and fascinating character. She is beautiful, intelligent, and deadly. She is also a master manipulator, using her charms to get what she wants. Green gives a strong performance as Milady, capturing the character's intelligence, cunning, and ruthlessness.
The Action
The film has some exciting action sequences, including a thrilling swordfight on a moving train. The action is well-choreographed and the stunts are impressive. However, the action sequences are often too long and repetitive, and they become tedious after a while.
The Writing
The film's script is weak, with a thin plot and underdeveloped characters. The dialogue is often clunky and exposition-heavy. The film also suffers from a lack of focus, as it tries to cram too many characters and plotlines into a single film.
The Direction
The film is directed by Martin Bourboulon, who previously directed the successful comedy-drama Eiffel. Bourboulon does a competent job of directing the action sequences, but he struggles with the more character-driven scenes. The film's pacing is often off, and the characters' motivations are not always clear.
The Verdict
Les Trois Mousquetaires : Milady is a disappointing adaptation of the classic story. While the film has some exciting action sequences and a strong performance from Eva Green, it ultimately fails to live up to the classic story. The film's script is weak, the direction is unfocused, and the action sequences are too long and repetitive. If you're looking for a good swashbuckling adventure, I recommend skipping this film and watching one of the many other adaptations of The Three Musketeers.
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