Amazing adaptation. Fantastic film.

Rating: 10/10 (23 May 2010)

I went to view this despite hearing somewhat negative reviews. I was expecting the worst and boy I was wrong!
The Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time totally blew my expectations out the window. When I saw the first trailer on T.V, I couldn't help but chuckle seeing Jake Gyllenhaal in this completely "out-of-character" role. It's fair to say I see him as the sensitive type, but not in a negative way. He completely transformed himself for this role and good for him! He was completely believable as the protagonist "Dastan" and i must commend him on an almost perfect British accent. Gemma Arteton was captivating as the feisty princess and Ben Kingsley put in a good turn as Dastans uncle. Afred Molina was especially hilarious as an Ostrich tamer.
I was gripped throughout the film with it's interesting twists and turns. It has a bit of everything, mainly action followed by fantasy, with a romantic sub-plot and various comedic moments. Something for everything. I think the ladies will especially enjoy Mr Gyllenhaals new image.
It was a perfectly fun blockbuster. The cinematography was beautiful. The music, fantastic. You must stay till the end as during the credits Alanis Morriesette sings the title tune "I Remain". A perfect conclusion to a beautiful movie and the next big franchise.