TheZack Snyder-directed film took the iconicFrank Millercomic series and brought the historical epic to the screen.
Watching Butler play the titular hero here is an inspired precursorto his work on300.
Still, Butler’s Beowulf is a conflicted one.
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This is quite a unique approach to the classic story,as Grendel is portrayed similarly to Beowulf.
The live-action film opens in June.
It would be accurate to callBeowulf & Grendela revisionist take on the poem.
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Interestingly,Wrath of Godswas far more well-received by audiences and critics.
For his part, he was even granted a small part as a “Geat Warrior.”
Some may consider it a misunderstanding of the material, but then, that’s subject to interpretation.
Beowulf & Grendel: In a medieval Norse setting, the warrior Beowulf sets out to help King Hrothgar by confronting the formidable monster Grendel, who threatens the peace of a village. The film explores themes of loyalty and heroism as Beowulf’s troop of warriors navigates the perils of their mission.
