Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV
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This is easily the best Final Fantasy movie ever produced. While it continues the tradition of Final Fantasy films having a heavy focus on action over story, the story that we do get is actually incredible - the first half being mostly story and intrigue that will keep you guessing the entire way. Edge of your seat stuff and the leading cast is phenomenal, particularly Aaron Paul as Nix who really gave life to the role.
The visuals were astonishing and people who have been following the FFXV story even enough to have just played the Platinum Demo will recognize some music cues, locales and persons which brings that sense of odd nostalgia for a game that hasn't even released yet. For all its meandering, Final Fantasy XV does have a clearly defined aesthetic to which the movie keeps faith.
Long time fans of Final Fantasy will not be disappointed either with a obvious visual cues, such as the Demons who take a very "Diamond Weapon"-esque appearance, a large monster that bears an uncanny resemblance to a foul mouthed Octopus from FF6 and some of the later giant beasties resemble the Knights of the Round and other summons (I noticed in particular a very Yojimbo-esque figure). There are also the usual things: mentions of chocobos, gil, magic, Crystals and a villain duo who approaches dangerous levels of evil smugness. There is even an odd 4 second scene on a TV of a Ren & Stimpy esque cartoon featuring an animated dog shoving a Malboro in a dog catcher van which I found alarmingly amusing.
The action is on point continuing its usual gravity-defying Dragonball Z fun, and they seem to be taking cues from Metal Gear Solid and Assassin's Creed as well. It does wear on a bit though even when giant monsters are added to the mix as the last 30 minutes of the film are essentially one giant fight sequence (sharing that lovely trait with Advent Children).
My main criticism is I feel that the plot in general feels a bit rushed in favor of action as seems to be the general rule with most Final Fantasy movies. A lot of this does get wrapped up through the other FF staple of en medias res, but there are a few questions which we will presumably get answers to in Final Fantasy XV. That said, the core conflict resolves well enough, the characters are interesting and diverse and the resolution is satisfying (knowing that it is, essentially, a two hour long prologue for Final Fantasy XV). There's even a nice little post credits scene which seems to go right into Episode Duscae and/or Brotherhood.
Will a general audience enjoy this film? If you're not familiar with Final Fantasy XV in any capacity some things may seem confusing but the general story is told well enough. If you're completely uninitiated to Final Fantasy in any capacity a lot will be lost on you. The main issue with a general audience view is that the intent is to kick off Final Fantasy XV with a bang so while the core conflict of the movie is resolved, the world's main conflict has just begun.
If you are looking into beginning a love affair with Final Fantasy I wouldn't want this to be your first outing, but there's no better way to get you invested in the world of Final Fantasy XV if you've been ignoring this entry up to this point. Solid story, music, visuals, characters, all very impressive with a few issues.
9 / 10.
The visuals were astonishing and people who have been following the FFXV story even enough to have just played the Platinum Demo will recognize some music cues, locales and persons which brings that sense of odd nostalgia for a game that hasn't even released yet. For all its meandering, Final Fantasy XV does have a clearly defined aesthetic to which the movie keeps faith.
Long time fans of Final Fantasy will not be disappointed either with a obvious visual cues, such as the Demons who take a very "Diamond Weapon"-esque appearance, a large monster that bears an uncanny resemblance to a foul mouthed Octopus from FF6 and some of the later giant beasties resemble the Knights of the Round and other summons (I noticed in particular a very Yojimbo-esque figure). There are also the usual things: mentions of chocobos, gil, magic, Crystals and a villain duo who approaches dangerous levels of evil smugness. There is even an odd 4 second scene on a TV of a Ren & Stimpy esque cartoon featuring an animated dog shoving a Malboro in a dog catcher van which I found alarmingly amusing.
The action is on point continuing its usual gravity-defying Dragonball Z fun, and they seem to be taking cues from Metal Gear Solid and Assassin's Creed as well. It does wear on a bit though even when giant monsters are added to the mix as the last 30 minutes of the film are essentially one giant fight sequence (sharing that lovely trait with Advent Children).
My main criticism is I feel that the plot in general feels a bit rushed in favor of action as seems to be the general rule with most Final Fantasy movies. A lot of this does get wrapped up through the other FF staple of en medias res, but there are a few questions which we will presumably get answers to in Final Fantasy XV. That said, the core conflict resolves well enough, the characters are interesting and diverse and the resolution is satisfying (knowing that it is, essentially, a two hour long prologue for Final Fantasy XV). There's even a nice little post credits scene which seems to go right into Episode Duscae and/or Brotherhood.
Will a general audience enjoy this film? If you're not familiar with Final Fantasy XV in any capacity some things may seem confusing but the general story is told well enough. If you're completely uninitiated to Final Fantasy in any capacity a lot will be lost on you. The main issue with a general audience view is that the intent is to kick off Final Fantasy XV with a bang so while the core conflict of the movie is resolved, the world's main conflict has just begun.
If you are looking into beginning a love affair with Final Fantasy I wouldn't want this to be your first outing, but there's no better way to get you invested in the world of Final Fantasy XV if you've been ignoring this entry up to this point. Solid story, music, visuals, characters, all very impressive with a few issues.
9 / 10.
. One of which was Yop's cameo.
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F*** YA'LL I LOVED IT
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Everyone loves different things and if you love Kingsglaive, then that's fine. I haven't seen the movie yet, but I'm considering on seeing it when it comes out on DVD.
It's like how so many people have negative views on Ice Age: Collision Course and yet other people including me loved the film.(Personally, I found the fifth film a lot better than the fourth one myself.)
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Just finished it.
I really enjoyed the final battle.
I really enjoyed the final battle.
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I liked that it wasn't a typical sword fight. I'm a sucker for monster battles mixed with cqc and tactics. Mostly the cqc stuff.
Those giants/The Old Wall are the Knights Of The Round.
I kept expecting her to do something during the battles. I guess I'll have to find out during the game.
While I really enjoy royal guard/specialized units, thse guys were scrubs. Crowe was a waste.
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A few Kingsglaive thoughts:
I'm not disappointed with this film, not because I went in with low expectations, but because I had a good idea of what to expect from the story and the characters. I'll just start with a few snippets for now.
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and dat booty tho
I'm not disappointed with this film, not because I went in with low expectations, but because I had a good idea of what to expect from the story and the characters. I'll just start with a few snippets for now.
My only disappoint in this film was that we didn't have more of her. Do I feel like it was a waste of a potentially great character? In a way, yes--because I can see why people feel that way, but mostly no. Throughout videogames, literature, TV, and movies, we meet cool characters all the time that seem really freakin' cool at first and then BOOM!--they're gone.
Her death served as the catalyst for Libertus to defect from the Glaive and make it fall apart quicker, and to further complicate Nyx's state of mind. Like her profile snippet says, she has a rare gift for sorcery, so I'm assuming that means she can use magic without the King or the crystal. So it makes sense they'd want her out of the picture.
Getting killed off-screen? Yeah that sucked, but I wouldn't want to see her screaming in agony (if what Luche said is to be believed) from being shot either.
The only thing about her death that truly sucks is all the feminazis coming out of their caves to shout indignant that it was one of the only female characters in the movie that was killed.
Seriously? Go cry me a damn river.
Her death served as the catalyst for Libertus to defect from the Glaive and make it fall apart quicker, and to further complicate Nyx's state of mind. Like her profile snippet says, she has a rare gift for sorcery, so I'm assuming that means she can use magic without the King or the crystal. So it makes sense they'd want her out of the picture.
Getting killed off-screen? Yeah that sucked, but I wouldn't want to see her screaming in agony (if what Luche said is to be believed) from being shot either.
The only thing about her death that truly sucks is all the feminazis coming out of their caves to shout indignant that it was one of the only female characters in the movie that was killed.
Seriously? Go cry me a damn river.
At first I believed Ravus's motivations were more flimsy than a piece of toilet paper until I realized--I had seen the exact same plotline with Basch and Gabranth in Final Fantasy XII. Two siblings, whose homeland is torn apart by the evil empire; one chooses to leave and fight the good fight in another kingdom, and the other accepts the new rule and chooses to fight for the Empire, conflicted all the while, placing the blame on the wrong people.
Granted, both situations have their share of differences, and with the twins there's actually a sick mother that figures into it (even though she's never mentioned in the game), but it's almost the same thing. So that's how I can accept Ravus's lust for power.
But placing the blame on Regis is just stupid. Unless Queen Tulva actually survived getting shanked through the torso with a gigantic sword (WHICH WAS 3 FEET IN FRONT OF YOU), I don't think Regis would have been able to do anything at that point.
Meh.
Granted, both situations have their share of differences, and with the twins there's actually a sick mother that figures into it (even though she's never mentioned in the game), but it's almost the same thing. So that's how I can accept Ravus's lust for power.
But placing the blame on Regis is just stupid. Unless Queen Tulva actually survived getting shanked through the torso with a gigantic sword (WHICH WAS 3 FEET IN FRONT OF YOU), I don't think Regis would have been able to do anything at that point.
Meh.
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and dat booty tho
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i was thinking,
i guess that someone was the guy they scanned for it
i guess that someone was the guy they scanned for it
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Edit: If you must know, nobody in the film particularly clocked in on my fuck-o-meter. I wouldn't kick Crowe or Luna out of bed though, mind you.
Or Regis for that matter.
I don't think there's anybody in Kingsglaive I'd kick out of bed, man or woman.
Especially that cocky ginger. Hooooo boi.
King Regis is still very good looking for an older man. I dig it.
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King Regis is still very good looking for an older man. I dig it.
I wish to look like Jon Campling when I'm old:
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He has that long princess hair that I just envy.
And the guy's a total hoot on social media.
And the guy's a total hoot on social media.
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