Zardoz (1974) movie poster

Zardoz (1974)

"Beyond 1984, Beyond 2001, Beyond Love, Beyond Death."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 48% (RT: 49%, MC: 46) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FantasyActionThrillerScience Fiction

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Director
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.9/10 (505 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
49%
Metacritic
46
Cast
Charlotte Rampling as Consuella
John Alderton as Friend
Niall Buggy as Arthur Frayn / Zardoz
Bosco Hogan as George Saden
Jessica Swift as Apathetic
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 505 votes. Critics gave it 48%.
Overview
In the far future, a savage trained only to kill finds a way into the community of bored immortals that alone preserves humanity's achievements. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Sean Connery spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of Zardoz was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Zardoz is a 1974 fantasy, action, thriller film directed by John Boorman. In the far future, a savage trained only to kill finds a way into the community of bored immortals that alone preserves humanity's achievements. The film has been rated by 505 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a fantasy film, Zardoz delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Zardoz (1974) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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