The Last Witch Hunter is a fantasy action film that was released in 2015. The film is directed by Breck Eisner and stars Vin Diesel in the lead role. The story is set in a world where witches and humans coexist, but there is a delicate balance between the two. Vin Diesel plays the character of Kaulder, the last witch hunter who is tasked with protecting humanity from evil witches. He is immortal and has been hunting witches for centuries. The film starts with a prologue that shows Kaulder's origin story.
Does this describe the plot of “Men in Black,” “Hellboy” or “R.I.P.D.”? All three of them, actually, but also the latest film in what has now become the supernatural buddy cop genre, “The Last Witch Hunter.”
Stop me if you ve heard this one before a grumpy veteran of an organization that deals with the supernatural is paired up with an inexperienced sidekick that s also the token minority. While it is never made clear if Kaulder is the only agent in the agency or not, it is certainly clear that he is the longest-standing agent, due to the fact that he was made immortal by the witch queen.
The film starts with a prologue that shows Kaulder's origin story. We learn that he was once a brave warrior who fought in a battle against the Witch Queen. Despite defeating her, she curses him with immortality, making him the last of his kind.
REVIEW: No amount of witchcraft can save “The Last Witch Hunter”
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before — a grumpy veteran of an organization that deals with the supernatural is paired up with an inexperienced sidekick that’s also the token minority. Upon the death of their mentor or loved one, the gruff veteran and sidekick uncover a greater conspiracy and only have a certain amount of time left to save the world.
Does this describe the plot of “Men in Black,” “Hellboy” or “R.I.P.D.”? All three of them, actually, but also the latest film in what has now become the supernatural buddy cop genre, “The Last Witch Hunter.”
Whereas the first three movies listed gave us alien cops, demon cops and ghost cops, respectively, “The Last Witch Hunter” deals with, and this may be a bit of a stretch, witch cops. This phrase is used in the sense that Kaulder (Vin Diesel) is a member of the Axe and Cross, an agency of witch hunters keeping a truce between witches and humans since the generic European fantasy era the beginning of the film is set in.
While it is never made clear if Kaulder is the only agent in the agency or not, it is certainly clear that he is the longest-standing agent, due to the fact that he was made immortal by the witch queen. This sets up the actual plot — in modern New York, Kaulder must team up with the meek priest Dolan 37th (Elijah Wood) and the street-smart witch Chloe (Rose Leslie) in order to investigate the murder of Kaulder’s mentor and previous companion, Dolan 36th (Michael Caine).
The acting in the movie is present, but it’s neither good nor bad. It just exists for the sake of the movie seeming like a movie. Diesel continues to convince audiences that his best roles have two things in common: he himself doesn’t show up on screen, and he doesn’t speak more than three words (the evidence of which exists in both “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “The Iron Giant”). Grumbling and frowning are the extent of Kaulder’s emotions, besides, of course, pointless acrobatics and overdone one-liners.
The supporting characters are just props to help Kaulder along on his little adventure. It was surprising to see Wood and Caine starring in the film, to be honest. Sure, their careers have stagnated as of late, but neither needed to add this generic paycheck to their respective filmographies. Leslie, known for playing Ygritte on “Game of Thrones,” should have stayed on the small screen before moving on to the silver one, as her acting only barely reached Kaulder’s level of absolute blandness.
The plot is all over the place, with so much exposition that the film might as well have been replaced with the pitch that director Breck Eisner most likely presented to Summit Entertainment to get the film greenlit. This review barely touches upon the tons of lore the film throws at the audience, wasting budget that could and should have been used for better visuals. About half the film is composed of so many cheap visuals and green-screened scenery that viewers will have more than their fill of CGI to last a year.
Contrastingly, the storyline of “The Last Witch Hunter,” however, is ridiculously straightforward, covering almost every single cliché of the buddy cop formula and offering almost nothing original. Audiences know who will live, who will die and who is evil at the very beginning of the film. There’s only one major twist at the end, but it is so downplayed that it is pretty much irrelevant to the plot.
The only positive surprise while watching the film is that for once, it wasn’t a failed adaptation of a comic book franchise in the vein of “The Spirit” or Ben Affleck’s “Daredevil.” This surprise was quickly ruined, however, by the fact that the film is attempting to start a franchise. According to Diesel himself, a sequel to the “Axe and Cross” franchise is already in the works.
The only valid reaction to this news is one commonly found in the supernatural buddy cop flick genre — kill it before it lays eggs.
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before — a grumpy veteran of an organization that deals with the supernatural is paired up with an inexperienced sidekick that’s also the token minority. Upon the death of their mentor or loved one, the gruff veteran and sidekick uncover a greater conspiracy and only have a certain amount of time left to save the world.
Throughout the years, Kaulder has been hunting down witches and maintaining peace. Throughout the film, we see him battling various witches and uncovering a plot by the Witch Queen to unleash a deadly plague on humanity. The Last Witch Hunter is an entertaining action film that combines elements of fantasy, horror, and adventure. The film features impressive visual effects and thrilling action sequences. Vin Diesel delivers a solid performance as the stoic and determined Kaulder. The supporting cast, including Rose Leslie and Elijah Wood, also give strong performances. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its visuals and action, while others criticized its storyline and pacing. Despite mixed reviews, The Last Witch Hunter performed moderately well at the box office and has gained a following among fans of the genre. In conclusion, The Last Witch Hunter is an enjoyable fantasy action film that showcases Vin Diesel's talents as an action star. While it may not be groundbreaking, it provides an entertaining ride for fans of the genre. Whether you are a fan of Vin Diesel or enjoy supernatural action films, The Last Witch Hunter is worth a watch..
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1. Sarah - 1 star: I was really disappointed with "The Last Witches Hunter." The plot felt convoluted and all over the place, making it difficult to follow. The characters were underdeveloped and lacked depth, making it hard for me to care about their fates. Additionally, the dialogue was cringe-worthy and felt forced. Overall, the movie just didn't live up to my expectations and I would not recommend it to others.
2. Michael - 2 stars: I found "The Last Witches Hunter" to be incredibly predictable and cliché. It followed the same generic formula as many other supernatural action films without adding anything new or exciting to the genre. The special effects were lackluster and unimpressive, and the story was monotonous. There were no standout performances from the cast, and the entire movie felt like a wasted opportunity. I wouldn't waste my time watching it again.
3. Emma - 2 stars: "The Last Witches Hunter" had so much potential but failed to deliver. The storyline had promise, but it quickly became predictable and filled with overused tropes. The action scenes were poorly choreographed and lacked any real tension. The pacing was off, with slow and boring moments that made it difficult to stay engaged. Overall, the movie felt like a missed opportunity to create a fresh and exciting supernatural film. I would recommend skipping this one.