Starlight Rebellion
- Tagline
- In a galaxy of shadows, freedom is the ultimate spell.
- Description
- In a distant galaxy governed by a tyrannical regime, a group of space-faring rebels seeks to reclaim their freedom. Led by the cynical and cunning sorcerer Aric (Danny McBread), the rebels must navigate a treacherous world filled with powerful security personnel, including the relentless guard, Jax (Bill Pexton), and the enigmatic bodyguard, Kira (Adam Chedriver). Directed by Christopher Geese, 'Starlight Rebellion' is a thrilling tale of escape and defiance set against the backdrop of a revolutionary era, where magic and technology collide in an epic battle for liberation.
- MpaaRating
- PG
- PopularityScore
- 7.30
- ReleaseDate
- 08/15/2024
- Genre
- Sci-Fi
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
5.00
Starlight Rebellion is a film that promises much but delivers in half-measures. Directed by Christopher Geese, this space opera attempts to blend the grandeur of a revolutionary saga with the mystique of magic, but ends up feeling like a mismatched collage of genre tropes. Danny McBread's portrayal of the cynical sorcerer Aric comes off more as a tired trope than a compelling anti-hero, and the supporting cast, including Bill Pexton and Adam Chedriver, seem to be going through the motions rather than breathing life into their characters. The film's PG rating ensures that it never delves too deeply into the darker themes it flirts with, leaving a sanitized story that lacks the grit and gravitas of true rebellion. The special effects and action sequences are competently executed, but they can't compensate for the lackluster script and uninspired dialogue. In a galaxy of shadows, freedom might be the ultimate spell, but Starlight Rebellion fails to cast one that's truly enchanting.