Sands of Rebellion
- Tagline
- Unearth laughter amidst the echoes of time
- Description
- In the heat of World War I, a bumbling alien unexpectedly crashes into ancient Egyptian ruins, only to be discovered by a witty rebel leader, portrayed by James Fran-cocoa. Seeking the alien's help to win the war, they embark on a hilarious quest of self-discovery and slapstick sabotage. Kale Douglas and James Robinbreast Justice join the misadventures as they decipher historical secrets that could alter the course of the war. 'Sands of Rebellion,' directed by the legendary Akira Kuroswan, promises giggles buried in tragedy, proving that humor can be found even in the most unexpected of alliances.
- MpaaRating
- PG
- PopularityScore
- 10.00
- ReleaseDate
- 11/09/2023
- Genre
- Tragedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
As I sank into 'Sands of Rebellion,' I couldn't help but dig up feelings of bemusement mixed with a touch of reverence for the audacious blend of genres on display. The film, audaciously taglined 'Unearth laughter amidst the echoes of time,' delivers on its promise—dusting off chuckles even as the sands of World War I rage around our feet. Directed with a sly wink by the indomitable Akira Kuroswan, this flick is a treasure trove of absurdities. James Fran-cocoa channels the charming ineptitude of a 'Chaplin in Khakis,' while the zany chemistry with his out-of-this-world sidekick conjures up more giggles than a mummy's curse. Kale Douglas and James Robinbreast Justice are as miscast as a pair of camels in a canoe, their attempts at deciphering the profound absurdly entertaining. While the film at times gets caught in quicksand, struggling to balance its light-hearted romp with the gravity of war, 'Sands of Rebellion' ultimately triumphs by proving that yes, even amidst the harsh warscapes, laughter can indeed echo through time—and quite unsubtly at that. And in the grand tradition of 'M*A*S*H' it uses the catacombs of comedy to light up the darker corridors of history.