An action experience that true Prince of Persia fans dreamed of.....

Rating: 9/10 (30 May 2010)

I am writing this review about a few hours after watching the movie.....
POPSOT is the game to film adaptation that breaks the myth that such adaptations are awful and spoil the reputation of the game. The movie stays true to its source material as much as possible while incorporating elements that would induce a movie-goer to sit in his seat. The following review is from the point of not just a movie goer but also as one who enjoyed the Sands of Time game trilogy and remains a fan of the Prince...
The plot has remained true to the original game as far as possible with a few name changes here and there. What struck me the most was how they managed to retain the Prince's sarcastic and daredevilry nature that we all loved in the first game and were sorry to see leave in the second. Jake Gyllenhall has portrayed the Prince to near perfection in both body and mind. Gemma Arterton has provided good company to him as the Princess Tamina (Farah in the game) and looks enchanting enough to live up to the reputation of a beautiful princess. Ben Kingsley, on the other hand seems to have been wasted in the movie. The role given to him does not live up to his talents. Alfred Molina provides the comic relief of the movie that is not already been given by Gyllenhall and Arterton. The stunts have been done magnificently and are reminiscent of the 2008 spin-off as well as Assassin's Creed. The CGI are equally brilliant with the time reversal power done magnificently. The camera-work is the highlight of the movie, capturing beautiful vistas of Ancient Persia.
Overall, if you are a Prince of Persia fan, who has played the games like me, you will hold this one close to your heart. However if you are just a regular movie-goer with no idea of what this movie holds, then it might take you a second viewing to actually understand the story and get the spirit of the plot. VERDICT: Brilliant adaptation! Makes you reminiscent of the game, and makes you want to play it!