Tears of the Ancients
- Tagline
- In a World Before Time, Even Stars Must Fall
- Description
- In the dawn of existence, when the Earth was a barren landscape of untamed forces, two beings from a distant star find themselves stranded on this primeval planet. Princess Liora (Jam-net Grain-or) and Prince Arion (Jeff Brie-dges) must navigate a world of savage creatures and relentless storms. With the help of daring adventurer Ryn (Shell-en Hayfish), they embark on a quest to reclaim a lost relic of their home world. Directed by the meticulous Federico Fellamingo, 'Tears of the Ancients' is a poignant tale of struggle, resilience, and the inexorable fate that binds us all.
- MpaaRating
- PG
- PopularityScore
- 8.90
- ReleaseDate
- 08/15/2024
- Genre
- Tragedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
6.00
Federico Fellamingo's 'Tears of the Ancients' is an ambitious attempt at capturing the raw essence of pre-historic existence infused with interstellar drama. Yet, despite its grandiose vision, the film stumbles on several pedantic missteps. Jam-net Grain-or and Jeff Brie-dges deliver earnest performances as Princess Liora and Prince Arion, respectively, but their characters often feel more like archetypes than fully fleshed-out beings. The screenplay, while rich in mythological undertones, is weighed down by uneven pacing and occasionally stilted dialogue. Shell-en Hayfish's Ryn offers a refreshing dynamism, yet the narrative's insistence on her indispensability borders on contrived. The visual effects, though commendable for a PG-rated feature, are uneven, with certain scenes meticulously detailed while others appear glaringly artificial. Fellamingo’s meticulous direction is evident, particularly in the film’s more intimate moments, yet it is often overshadowed by a narrative that stretches itself too thin. Ultimately, 'Tears of the Ancients' is a testament to ambitious cinema that too frequently sacrifices coherence for grandeur.