The world of Warcraft is destined to be explored. Show us more!

Rating: 8/10 (5 June 2016)

As a fan, I walked out from the movie theater with satisfaction. I would definitely watch a sequel in the near future, but there are certain points that need to be improved. Duncan Jones undoubtedly stayed faithful to the roots and his commitment, passion towards this universe can be felt in every scene.
Although I have spent thousands of hours in this world, I know very less about Warcraft's history. So, it's a good thing that despite my lack of knowledge, I could easily catch up with the events and even keeping each name in mind wasn't a big deal either. The basic storyline serves as a perfect beginning for the Warcraft universe, and this movie might be the very first milestone, from which sequels can grow out and find their own places in this fantasy world.
Motion capture technology proved once again that it is able to produce REAL characters. Each orc was incredibly detailed from head to toe. Face, eyes, hair, even the smallest hair follicles on their shoulders looked beyond belief. Gears on each side were unique and creatively devised as well, I liked the appearance of Blackhand in particular, who was wearing spines with skulls attached to his shoulder.
Characters and relationships among them need some improvement. The undeveloped romance between Lothar and Garona was clearly one of the weakest point of this movie. It was built up poorly and the 180 degree turn came from nowhere. It was like: "We don't trust each other. BOOM. We love each other". Where is transition? It didn't have an arch at all, and the chemistry between them stands on shaky ground too.
Warcraft obviously has a lot more unexploited resources that (with a good care) could be used to build up a complex and diversified fantasy world. Despite some flaws and unnecessary moments Warcraft lived up to my expectations and it could be the movie that makes us forget those committed crimes against gaming industry, which were delivered by Uwe Boll. I really root for this movie and hopefully - if the box office income will satisfy producers - it will get the chance to swing higher and reveal an universe that was destined to be explored.