Brotherhood is a fivepart ova series that will detail noctis past before the main events of. Final fantasy xv showtimes at an amc movie theater near you. Final fantasy xv movie synopsis, view the movie trailer, get cast and crew information, see movie photos, and more on movies. While final fantasy xv tells the story of noctiss journey, kingsglaive. Final fantasy xv, let no one claim that it isnt actually a movie. Final fantasy xv is what youd get if you took two hours of jrpg cutscenes and edited them into a movie. Having lena headey give the opening monologue in a final fantasy movie was enough to send me into full fanboy hype mode if you arent a fan of the final fantasy game series, you probably havent even heard of kingsglaive. Final fantasy xv brotherhood and kings glaive movie. The glaives serve as the main characters of the feature film kingsglaive.
As i had started to play final fantasy xv i wanted the full details behind the game to fill in the gaps and not only does this movie do it, its also a great stand alone movie which any fan of the final fantasy series would enjoy. Final fantasy may be one of the most successful gaming franchises in history, but it hasnt had much luck as a film. Final fantasy xv stars sean bean, aaron paul, lena headey, adrian bouchet the pg movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 50 min, and received a score of 35. By drawing their power from the king, the kingsglaive protect lucis borders from the onslaught of the empire and other forces that would do them harm. Review title of gamer26751 a movie for final fantasy fans and first timers. Kingsglaive final fantasy xv official trailer youtube. Oct 28, 2019 by drawing their power from the king, the kingsglaive protect lucis borders from the onslaught of the empire and other forces that would do them harm. Wielding their kings magic, they fight to protect lucis. The kingsglaive is an elite group of soldiers that defends lucis in the final fantasy xv universe. The digital version of the film was released on streaming and download services on august 30, 2016.
One such member of the kingsglaive is nyx, a man nicknamed the hero by his fellow warriors due to his arrogance and desire to save everyone. Final fantasy xv is on netflix, and get news and updates, on decider. The magical kingdom of lucis is home to the worlds last remaining crystal, and the menacing empire of niflheim is determined to steal it. I decided to get this on bluray as being a bit of a movie snob i wanted the best quality. The movie is amazing and goes with final fantasy xv very well so just watch it 2 out of 2 people found this helpful. Takeshi nozue directed this animated action fantasy, which serves as a tiein movie to the video game final fantasy xv and tells a story that runs parallel to the games plot. Kingsglaive is a featurelength cgi movie based on final fantasy xv. On bluray october 4th the magical kingdom of lucis is home to the sacred crystal, and the menacing empire of niflheim is determined to steal it. As the overwhelming military might of the empire bears down, king regis is faced with. The movie opens with regis accepting a peace treaty with niflheim. Ffxv is the newest final fantasy film that starts the saga of final fantasy xv, of which continues into the newest game. According to developers, one can enjoy kingsglaive. King regis of lucis sean bean commands an elite force of soldiers called the kingsglaive. Having lena headey give the opening monologue in a final fantasy movie was enough to send me into full fanboy hype mode.
I just finished watching kingsglaive, and while i know some things may not have been fully explained due to the fact that its a predecessor to the final fantasy xv game and its hard to mash all that plotline into a 2hr movie, it did a great job of setting up the. The magical kingdom of lucis is home to the sacred crystal, and the. Aaron paul and lena headey also provide their voices. King regis, who oversees the land of lucis, commands his army of soldiers to protect the. Whatever charges may fairly be levied against director takeshi nozues kingsglaive. Experiencing both tales, however, ensures a deeper level of appreciation for. Wielding their kings magic, nyx ulric and his fellow glaives stand. A fantasy based on reality is the motto of final fantasy xv and the movie wears and sells it incredibly well. With aaron paul, lena headey, sean bean, neil newbon. Final fantasy xv is a very beautiful and very confusing movie. The movie was also included in the final fantasy xv film collection, a box set which includes final fantasy xv and brotherhood. Cancel your plans, because youve got a lot of star.
Instead of trying to adapt the video game experience into a film format, kingsglaive transforms the movie going experience into. Final fantasy xv has things to be admired, such as the phenomenal cgi, but it is ultimately a movie in which perhaps only fans of the video game would enjoy. The kings of lucis magical powers enable them to teleport, cast elemental. During the final fantasy xv uncovered event tonight, square enix, announced exciting news for anime and movie fans with the addition of final fantasy xv. Final fantasy xv takes a slightly different approach. Final fantasy xv released theatrically in july 2016 in japan by. Wielding their kings magic, nyx ulric and his fellow glaives stand before the crown city of insomnia, fighting to stay the inexorable advance of niflheims imperial army. If you arent a fan of the final fantasy game series, you probably havent even heard of kingsglaive. Its oddly paced, confusing, and full of corny dialogue. As the empire of niflheim threatens to invade lucis to steal its crystal, king regis orders his kingsglaive to the city of. Huge monsters, magical spells and weapons mesh with a world that comes straight out of our own with things like cars, cell phones, clothing and architecture to create a contemporary fantasy similar to the likes of harry potter. Kingsglaive is set during the events of final fantasy xv.
One such member of the kingsglaive is nyx, a man nicknamed the hero by his fellow warriors due to. Final fantasy xv depicts the events that take place in lucis during the princes absence. Final fantasy xv the list contains related movies ordered by similarity. The magical kingdom of lucis is home to the sacred crystal, and the menacing empire of niflheim is determined to steal it. If youre a final fantasy fan, are excited for final fantasy xv, and plan to play the game whenever it releases with hope, in our lifetimes, this is the movie you definitely need to see to get hyped for it. The movie s plot serves as a prequel to the game, introducing key characters and settings and leaving off right where the game begins. You see, 10 years ago final fantasy xv was announced and to make a long story short its. In order to protect his people from an invading army, king regis voice of sean bean summons the mighty soldiers of the kingsglaive. The kings of lucis magical powers enable them to teleport, cast elemental spells and magical protective barriers, use healing potions, and forge. As the overwhelming military might of the empire bears down, king regis is faced with an impossible ultimatum. Aug 17, 2016 whatever charges may fairly be levied against director takeshi nozues kingsglaive. King regis, who oversees the land of lucis, commands his army of soldiers to protect the kingdom from the niflheim empires plans to steal the sacred crystal which gives lucis its magic and power. King regis of lucis sean bean commands an elite force of soldiers called the. Recommendation engine sorted out exciting, humorous, semi serious and stylized films with plots about adventure, heroes, danger, good versus evil, friendship, escapades and fight mostly in animation, action and adventure genres.
It is referred to colloquially as the glaive, and it is blessed with the monarchs magic. Final fantasy xv brotherhood and kings glaive movie revealed. Final fantasy xv without playing final fantasy xv, and vice versa. Wielding their kings magic, nyx aaron paul and his fellow soldiers fight to protect lucis.
Final fantasy may be one of the most successful gaming franchises in history, but it hasnt had much luck as a. Final fantasy xv 2016 tt5595168 the magical kingdom of lucis is home to the worlds last remaining crystal, and the menacing empire of niflheim is determined to steal it. The empire, having dominated most of the world of eos, covets the. Crystal chronicles ring of fates my life as a king echoes of time. Takeshi nozue a corealise le film precedent final fantasy vii. Final fantasy xv is a featurelength cgi film set during the events of final fantasy xv. Final fantasy xv is basically one big promo for the final fantasy xv video game. Final fantasy xv genres action, animation, science fiction overview the magical kingdom of lucis is home to the worlds last remaining crystal, and the menacing empire of niflheim is determined to steal it. This installment, about a group of elite warriors fighting on behalf of a kindly king whose realm is under siege by an evil rival, is a mess.
The two forces then do battle for control of a powerful crystal. For years, the niflheim empire and the kingdom of lucis have been at war. King regis of lucis commands an elite force of soldiers called the kingsglaive. The magical kingdom of lucis is home to the worlds last remaining crystal, and the menacing empire of niflheim is.
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