Title: John Carter
Summary: "John Carter" is a 2012 American sci-fi action movie directed by Andrew Stanton. The film was based upon "A Princess of Mars", the very first in the "Barsoom" series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs. The lead character is a Civil War veteran who is inexplicably transferred to Mars (Barsoom), where he ends up being entangled in a dispute amongst the planet's residents.
Plot: The motion picture begins with the protagonist, John Carter (Taylor Kitsch), a former Confederate captain, who tries to live a singular life prospecting for gold in Arizona. However, he's forcibly recruited by Colonel Powell (Bryan Cranston) to combat against the Apache. During a skirmish, Carter gets away into a cavern where a Thern (strange beings) accidently teleports him to Mars.
On Mars, Carter discovers he has incredible physical abilities due to the planet's low gravity, such as higher strength and the capability to leap country miles. He rapidly gets caught up in a conflict in between the numerous Martian races, including the four-armed green Martians led by the honourable Tars Tarkas (Willem Dafoe), and the humanoid city-states of Helium and Zodanga, which are embroiled in a long-standing war.
Characters: Carter satisfies an increasingly independent and capable Martian Princess, Dejah Thoris (Lynn Collins), a researcher and warrior from the city-state of Helium. John Carter succumbs to her and learns that she's desperately trying to prevent a marital relationship of alliance to Sab Than (Dominic West), the prince of Zodanga, which has actually been orchestrated by the manipulative Therns. With time, Carter discovers to step up, look after others, and become a leader in battle to assist Thoris and her individuals.
Conclusion: Throughout the film John Carter browses politics, war, and romance on Barsoom while finding his humanity along the way. The climax of the story comes when John Carter helps the people of Helium win versus Zodanga, marrying Dejah Thoris and becoming a prince of Helium. Nevertheless, a plot outlining by Thern uses a medallion similar to the one that brought Carter to Mars, to send him back to Earth once again. Carter spends the next years searching for a way back to Mars.
Production and Reception: The movie represents Andrew Stanton's live-action launching, having formerly directed animated movies for Pixar. The film includes groundbreaking visual effects, especially in its representation of the Martian landscapes and the green Martians, creating a richly comprehensive and immersive alien world. Nevertheless, despite the excellent visuals and enthusiastic storytelling, the movie did not carry out well at package workplace, largely due to combined important actions and an improperly received marketing project. The movie's complex plot and unknown source material also contributed to its underperformance.
Final Thoughts: "John Carter" is notable for its spectacular visual creativity and aspiration in adapting a seminal work of science fiction literature. While it may have been a business frustration, it represents a daring effort to bring the wonderful worlds of Edgar Rice Burroughs to life and offers a timeless adventure story with a touching romantic subplot. In spite of its flaws, the movie has actually attracted a cult following, with lots of fans appreciating the movie's distinct mix of action, romance, and sci-fi dream.
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