Crown in the Ashes
- Tagline
- There's no recipe for ruling a ruined realm.
- Description
- In the charred remains of a once-vibrant kingdom, a sarcastic royal scion teams up with a scrappy chef to restore the throne - and their sense of purpose. Alfred Moussakalina plays the disillusioned prince who finds unlikely camaraderie and culinary delights in Cane Chowell's makeshift post-apocalyptic kitchen. Together with John Krasnacki as the witty advisor, they stir up more than just trouble in this zesty tale of redemption, forgiveness, and gastronomy gone wild. Directed by Luc Beesong, 'Crown in the Ashes' will char your heart and tickle your funny bone, proving that even during the end of days, laughter reigns supreme.
- MpaaRating
- PG-13
- PopularityScore
- 1.80
- ReleaseDate
- 04/27/2023
- Genre
- Comedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
6.50
Oh, joy. Another post-apocalyptic flick that decides to sprinkle in some cooking show antics, because why not? 'Crown in the Ashes' serves up a heaping portion of clichés with a side of snarky banter, as we watch Alfred Moussakalina 'brood' his way through the ruins of his former realm like a lost puppy with a crown. Cane Chowell, as the 'scrappy chef', cooks up more than just sustenance, apparently dishing out life lessons with the existential weight of a particularly thoughtful fortune cookie. And let's not forget John Krasnacki, whose wit as the advisor comes off as the narrative equivalent of a laugh track in a sitcom that's begging you to realize how clever it is. Directed by Luc Beesong, a man who never saw a metaphorical visual he didn't like, the film tries so hard to char your heart, but don't be surprised if you come out feeling only lightly singed. In its defense, the movie does manage to tickle the funny bone now and then, even if it's the kind of tickle that makes you reflexively want to slap something. It's 'PG-13', so rest assured, the only thing offensive about this film is its predictability. Pack up your royal scepter and your spatula; it's a middling 6.5 out of 10.