Heavenly Sword
Seen it?2014 | 85 min | Adventure, Action, Animation, Fantasy
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for fantasy fans, action fans and animation lovers. If you loved Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender, start here.
- The mood
- Feel-good.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 25 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
The film's plot follows that of the game closely. Nariko, a member of an ancient tribe who have guarded an ancient magical sword for thousands of years, is charged with bringing the sword to its destined wielder, a deity reincarnated who will bring peace to the land. But on her quest, Nariko must wield the sword herself against the forces of King Bohan, who wishes to possess the weapon himself.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesBelow par
6.3 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 21K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jang Gun-ho
- Anna TorvNariko (voice)
- Alfred MolinaKing Bohan (voice)
- Thomas JaneLoki (voice)
- Ashleigh BallKai (voice)
- Barry DennenFlying Fox / Prophet Takashi (voice)
- Renae GeerlingsWhiptail, Old Woman (voice)
- Nolan NorthRoach / Kyo / Master Shen (voice)