Sit down, shut up and enjoy it!

Rating: Null/10 (11 January 2001)

I felt the need to comment after reading countless other reviews slating this film. Okay, it doesn't have the most original characters or plot, but it has the element missing from a lot of films coming out these days. Fun! I can safely say that I have never enjoyed going to the cinema so much. It was a feel good movie, and if you stop over-analysing it, you will instantly be drawn in to it. I've owned it on video for some time now and it is one of the few movies I can watch whatever mood I'm in. Those wannabe movie critics who felt the need to trash the plot, characters, historical accuracy, settings, dialogue and just about everything else should get off of their high horses and settle down to enjoy the movie for what it is.
Personally I loved the plot, thought the acting was great from the leads and the settings looked fantastic. The action and the romance are wonderfully portrayed. A very special mention for John Hannah who made a potentially annoying character funny and adorable.
I recommend this movie to anyone who wants to indulge in a little fantasy escapism.