It feels like a biblical epic. I know there is an audience for this because it is an old-fashioned action-adventure. It is low budget, so there is not a whole lot of CGI. It is a story of survival.
Read full articleA jumble of abbreviated action and stilted storytelling that, I’m guessing, will leave neither the movie’s built-in audience — members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — or anyone else satisfied.
Read full articleThe Oath is a faith-based movie about Judeo-Christian historical people, but this tedious drama is actually very soulless. The characters, story, and filmmaking are woefully generic, while the acting performances are dismally substandard.
Read full articleThere are some well done elements throughout the film, but there are also moments where things collapse from the pressure.
Read full articleAt various points resembling “Gladiator,” “The Passion of the Christ,” “Dances with Wolves,” “The Last of the Mohicans,” and “Braveheart,” “The Oath” mixes elements of drama, action, romance, and fantasy to stirring effect.
Read full articleI appreciate the filmmakers' intentions, but pledging to watch 'The Oath' may cause severe regrets.
Read full articleIt's certainly no sillier in any way that I could see than, say, Conan the Barbarian or the Lord of the Rings flicks. And it's at least as heartfelt.
Read full articleThe fact that in terms of subject matter this is an unusual film doesn’t mean it’s a good one... it’s solemn, repetitive and unexciting.
Read full articleClunky, dull and undercooked while very low on thrills, suspense and emotional depth.
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