One of the best video-game adaptations ever made; that's not saying much!

Rating: 4/10 (25 July 2010)

Yes, I did realize going in that Prince of Persia is based on a video game of that same name, but I couldn't help but feel disappointed and unsatisfied! PoP is about Dastan (Jake Gyllenhaal - who was miscast!) who becomes a fugitive after he is betrayed by one of his "brothers" and is determined to return the Dagger that allows him to go back in time to its rightful place in order to keep it away from the villain who is keen on becoming king. (How he wishes to do that: I won't dwell on it!) He is escorted by a Tamina, a lovely princess (Gemma Arterton - who was seductive in Clash of the Titans, yet I couldn't help but squirm in my seat in this one because of her!).
It is very predictable! I saw everything coming!Gyllenhaal , though he performs his stunts quite brilliantly, wasn't meant for this role! However, Ben Kingsley did a good job.
Some of the action scenes are quite fun, I must admit! The run over the rooftop was captivating and the big finale was heart-pounding! (Though, some of the special effects looked really fake!) I tend to enjoy Jerry Bruckheimer's films, and , even though it had its fun moments,this is a disappointing outing from him. Don't see it, it can wait.
(This is probably one of the best video game adaptation ever made, that's not saying much.)