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The life and trials of legendary poet, mathmetician, astronomer and warrior Omar Khayyam is told in this epic adventure praised by many of the nation’s top film critics. Shot in English, this film transports the viewer to 11th … More >>
The Keeper: The Legend of Omar Khayyam
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Not what I expected, this film promotes ideas like disregarding childrens’ safety to continue spreading lies about a culture that treats women like slaves and property. Also that it is just fine to stab a friend to continue a family’s royal birthright at the cost of other people lives. One idea that it correctly portrays is that people who speak English are the only capable of safegarding Arabic history, as seen by the woman in England wo has the priceless text.
Rating: 1 / 5
To enjoy this film you would need to be totally ignorant of Omar Khayyam, his vast mind and his enduring achievements. Any claim made by the producers that this film will be instructive or carefully-researched should be discounted at the outset — it is a travesty of a great life. The puerile plot and excruciating dialogue are matched by wooden performances from the entire cast, young and old enough to know better. The crude political message is all too obvious. If you demand only galloping hooves, fake castles and flashing scimitars, this might pass. If you love Omar Khayyam, horseman, pass by.
Rating: 1 / 5
If you are looking for a ‘masterpiece’ this movie is NOT it. The overall feel is of a TV movie, but it looks as though there were at least two directors so the pacing and flavor are haphazard. I had to force myself to stay through to the end. If you want to see a historical movie of ‘masterpiece’ quality see “Mongol”. Then come back and try to watch this. For the record, I love the Rubaiyat itself and will watch just about anything involving it.
Rating: 2 / 5
This is a timely film exploring the relationship between faith and reason, and the current generation (paticuarly the children of immigrant parents) responsability to preserve the stories of the past and the family heritage. This is a heartwarming story that will have you reaching for the kleenex’s in certain scenes.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’m at a loss for words to describe the scope, stature and relevance of this film which paints an enlightening portrait of modern conflict by portraying actual events from 1000 years ago. Certainly, this is the most ambitious first feature I’ve seen from a new director, reminiscent of how my jaw dropped the first time I saw Spielberg’s debut “DUEL” air on network television. This is a seminal piece that I strongly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5