Arcana of the Ancients
- Tagline
- When the cosmos whispers, the earth awakens.
- Description
- In the untamed wilderness of pre-colonial Earth, a space explorer from a distant future, played by Zoe Saladsana, crash-lands in a time where magic is reality and nature harbors ancient secrets. Karl Curryban embodies a formidable centaur chieftain, while Sam Rockwheat brings to life a cunning dragon, both entwined with the fate of our stranded astronaut. Under the impartial lens of director Ang Leemur, 'Arcana of the Ancients' unfolds as a hauntingly beautiful tale of survival, where the line between myth and science blurs, and every discovery holds the weight of mankind's legacy.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 8.70
- ReleaseDate
- 01/18/2024
- Genre
- Supernatural
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
Ang Leemur's 'Arcana of the Ancients' delivers a cinematic tapestry rich in speculative fiction, brilliantly juxtaposing the primeval with the futuristic. Zoe Saldaña's portrayal of a space explorer marooned in a world where sorcery is woven into the fabric of life is commendable, though the narrative occasionally stumbles over its ambitious premise. Karl Curryban's centaur chieftain is a testament to the actor's ability to command a presence, both physically and emotionally, while Sam Rockwheat's vocal performance as a dragon is as sharp as it is nuanced, adding depth to what could have easily been a one-dimensional beast. The R-rating allows for a visceral exploration of the untamed wilderness, which is beautifully captured through Leemur's visionary direction. Despite its occasional pacing issues and some might argue, a convoluted plot that at times obscures more than it reveals, 'Arcana of the Ancients' stands as a thought-provoking piece, daring to blur the lines between epochs and theologies. In essence, it's a film that doesn't shy away from the weight of its own mythos, offering a robust, if not entirely coherent, experience.