Chronicles of the Fallen Star
- Tagline
- History is written by the survivors, if they can outlast the disasters.
- Description
- In 'Chronicles of the Fallen Star,' an otherworldly disaster has struck the fantastical lands of Eltheria. A mysterious alien artifact crashes into the kingdom, bringing despair and chaos. Among the survivors, an unlikely alliance forms between Lyrius Shadowhand, a cunning thief played by Charl-tuna Heston, and Orion Quickfoot, an exalted athlete portrayed by Leonardo DiCappuccino, each harboring their own dark secrets. Along the way, they encounter a whimsical bard, played by Kevin Bacon, who holds the key to interpreting the alien origins of the disaster. Directed by Wes Antderson, this historical fantasy epic takes viewers on a pessimistic journey where trust is rare and survival is rarer. The quest for redemption and understanding in the face of an unfathomable calamity will push these characters to their limits, as they navigate not just a world in turmoil, but the murky depths of their own morality.
- MpaaRating
- PG
- PopularityScore
- 2.10
- ReleaseDate
- 02/24/2022
- Genre
- History
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
4.50
In the vein of contemporary fantasies that seem to saturate the cinematic landscape, 'Chronicles of the Fallen Star' tries to leave its imprint but ultimately falters under the weight of its own ambition. Despite the commendable efforts of Charl-tuna Heston and Leonardo DiCappuccino to instill a modicum of depth into their characters, the narrative stumbles through a convoluted plot rife with clichés. Wes Anderson's distinctive style, usually a beacon of originality, clashes with the dark overtones of the story, leaving audiences adrift in a sea of mismatched tones and styles. Even Kevin Bacon's whimsical bard, who was perhaps intended as a light in the darkness, feels like an odd side note in this pessimistic journey. The MPAA's PG rating feels overly generous for a film that grapples with such bleak subject matter, ultimately failing to offer the narrative clarity or emotional resonance expected of a historical fantasy epic. One walks away from 'Chronicles of the Fallen Star' feeling that history might have been better off not recording this particular tale.