Director: Robert Lieberman
Writers: Gavin Scott (teleplay), Ursula K. Le Guin (novels)
A reckless youth is destined to become the greatest sorcerer that the mystical land of Earthsea has ever known. When the young wizard Ged discovers that he possesses infinite magical powers, he seeks to master the ancient arts. As he journeys to manhood, he will combat dragons, fall in love, cross death's threshold, and ultimately wield the power to reunite a kingdom. Written by El_Magus
I'm not entirely familiar with the Earthsea universe. My only experience with it is this film here. The film from Syfy is based on a series of novels by Ursula K. Le Guin. From watching this movie, all I could think was Harry Potter. I couldn't tell you which came first or if influences have been acknowledged, but I can tell you there are some extreme similarities.
Overall I enjoyed this movie, but to be honest I wasn't entirely sure what was going on in the story. I was just enjoying the adventure. Oh, and watching Kristin Kreuk, who is utterly georgeous. How I wish this was an actual theatrical movie and she appeared somewhat less dressed than that god-awful dress she wears here.
The acting is good, while Chris Gauthier steals the show, as he usually does. The effects were quite well done, somewhat better than the usual Syfy fare. The setting was beautiful, and the costumes good too.
Verdict: Mildly recommended
The Cast
Shawn Ashmore ... Harry, I mean Ged
Kristin Kreuk ... Tenar
Isabella Rossellini ... Thar
Danny Glover ... Ogion
Chris Gauthier ... Ron, I mean Vetch
Alan Scarfe ... Dumbledor, I mean Arch Magus
Alessandro Juliani ... Skiorch
Amanda Tapping ... Lady Elfarren
Jennifer Calvert ... Kossil
Sebastian Roché ... Tygath
Mark Hildreth ... Draco, I mean Jasper
Emily Hampshire ... Hermione, I mean Rosa
