A Knight's Tale

This is a great movie! The acting is fantastic, the music is memorable, and it strikes the perfect balance of comedy, romance, and adventure. Heath Ledger is amazing in it! Even after nearly 25 years, it still holds up. I’ve rented it so many times that I finally just bought it.

This is my favorite Heath Ledger movie he ever did. It is similar to a standard fantasy tale involving a boy growing up poor, and dreaming big -- until they turn things on their head every now and then (but not in a Mel Brooks sort of way). For instance, having the herald leading the crowd at the joust in a rousing rendition of Queen's "We Will Rock You" was just inspired genius. They don't break the fantasy illusion too much, and they don't break the 4th wall (as Mel Brooks likes to do), they just sprinkle in a bit of surreal every now and then, to keep you surprised. The basic story is based loosely on "The Canterbury Tales," and "the story of Ulrich von Lichtenstein" (according to IMDB). In it, William (Heath), a poor thatcher's son whose father sacrificed as much as he could to get his son apprenticed to a knight as a squire, in the hopes that the boy could rise above the station he was born into and "change his stars." William, unfortunately faces the death of his knight in the middle of a tournament, which means the end of his days pursuing higher station, respect, money and glory. He decides to impersonate his dead master at the first event -- and he wins. He then convinces his friends to help him continue to compete. To do so, he creates a false identity for subsequent events (to prove he is a noble, since only nobles are allowed to compete), with the help of the charming (and often nude due to literally losing everything gambling) Chaucer, played by Paul Bettany (yes, THAT Chaucer is implied who he is). With the help of his female friend who wants to be taken as a serious blacksmith (Laura Fraser as Kate) and his fellow squires who are in on the deal, Roland (Mark Addy) and Wat (Alan Tudyk), they end up going on a grand adventure. Rufus Sewell plays a delicious bad guy by the name of Count Adhemar whom we love to hate, and Shannyn Sossamon plays a believable love interest for William named Jocelyn. Her interactions with Wat are comedy gold, as well. Spawning such famous lines as, "it's called a lance, hellooooo" and, "betray us, and I will fong you, until your insides are out, your outsides are in, your entrails will become your entrails I will w-rip... all the p... ung. Pain, lots of pain. " (quotes from IMDB) The ending is poignant and moving with the Black Prince Edward helping to set the stage for the final showdown between William and Count Adhemar. Watch it. You'll like it if you like good movies.

My husband loves this movie.Great purchase.

The sound and picture quality are outstanding. Having additional scenes helps round out the story. The use of 70s music really compliments the storyline. Its a great movie to own.

Worth a watch

Great movie

If you're in the mood for a film that’s as adventurous as it is charming, A Knight's Tale is an absolute must-watch. This medieval gem combines the best of jousting, romance, and modern rock 'n' roll in a way that is both exhilarating and heartwarming. Heath Ledger shines as William Thatcher, a lowly squire with dreams of grandeur who sets out to become a knight. Ledger’s charisma and infectious energy make his performance both compelling and immensely entertaining. He’s backed by a stellar supporting cast, including Paul Bettany, who brings a delightful comedic edge as Geoffrey Chaucer, and Shannyn Sossamon, whose elegance and grace perfectly complement the story's romantic undertones. The film’s unique twist is its blending of medieval setting with a modern soundtrack, featuring tunes from Queen, David Bowie, and more. It’s a brilliant, whimsical touch that makes the jousting tournaments feel like an epic rock concert. The result is a film that feels both timeless and refreshingly original. Visually, A Knight's Tale is a feast for the eyes. The costumes, the jousting scenes, and the medieval landscapes are all brought to life with vibrant detail, making you feel like you’re right there in the heart of the action. The humor, the action, and the romance are all delivered with a light-hearted touch that keeps you engaged and entertained from start to finish. At its core, A Knight's Tale is a story about following your dreams, overcoming obstacles, and finding your place in the world. It’s a feel-good adventure that’s as uplifting as it is entertaining. If you’re looking for a movie that’s packed with charm, excitement, and a touch of rock 'n' roll flair, this one’s a winner. So, saddle up and get ready for a medieval adventure that’s sure to make you laugh, cheer, and perhaps even sing along. A Knight's Tale is a timeless classic that delivers heart, humor, and high-flying action in spades!

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Einer der besten Filme, die ich je gesehen habe! Ein mitreißender Film voller Witz, Liebe und Spannung – absolut empfehlenswert, besonders für Mittelalterfans. Die Lieferung verlief schnell, unkompliziert und ohne jegliche Beschädigung. Klare Empfehlung

Set in Medieval France and England during the 100 years war, this magnificent ‘must-see’ dramatisation of ‘A knights tale’ taken from Geoffrey Chaucer’s ‘Canterbury Tales’ takes you on an amazing epic ‘deep dive’ adventure where disputes persist and scores are settled through jousting, that questions monarchy, morality, the validity of ‘the rule of law’, and the fact that we are ruled by an AUTOCRACY driven by BEUROCRACY implemented by UNELECTED Civil Servants ‘policed’ by ‘knights’ – where we do not have any ‘say’ in what laws are passed or struck down – or the VALIDITY of a law or why we should obey the laws that are ENFORCED upon us - and where we do not have any say in who will ‘rule’ the country or ‘run’ the country through a medieval ‘closed shop’ Parliamentary system filled with slippery politicians, that uses FORCE to quell free speech and unrest to seek REFORM, and can implement MARSHAL LAW and ENFORCED LOCKDOWN at the drop of a hat - forcing us to beg the question as to whether we truly live in a DEMOCRACY. The story begins when an autocratic knight well passed his ‘sell by’ date is defeated and overthrown and dies of his injuries, and his peasant Sqire (manservant) William Thatcher – trained in the art of sword fighting to protect his ‘liege’ from harm – takes it upon himself to don the armour of his ‘master’ and enter the bloody arena. Posing as knight, William meets with and does battle with vile cruel autocratic ‘lords’ who rob, rape and pillage, and tax people into poverty and destitution that causes famine and disease that leads to premature death – but does William have the courage, strength, cunning, and tenacity to take on such powerful foes? To begin with William needs a Herald to promote him to the crowd to get them ‘on side’ – and he needs to learn the art of jousting so as not to be killed. Will William succeed in his mission – or will he be defeated in the ‘last reel’? The ‘end game’ may shock you but keep in mind and take heart that the FRENCH eventually overthrew their corrupt depraved monarchy and became a DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC – which has completely liberated their people. Stand-out scenes in this powerful cinematic experience include the first stunning oration from William’s Herald; the construction of a letter William sends to a Princess to woo her; the performance of an amazing medieval dance; the ‘game changer’ scene where William goes to the battle front of Pointier where he discovers the names of the knights and uncovers how the knights collude with each other to carry out theft, rape, debauchery, and murder to the peasants of towns and villages to gain their vast wealth; and the ‘end game’ scenes that secures William’s fate as he jousts for his LIFE against a cruel cowardly despot who stabs people in the back and does not ‘play fair’. Funny how Chaucer chose the name THATCHER for the name of the knight. As to the amazing music – the WORDS of thrilling timeless masterpieces - performed by gifted British talents - speak VOLUMES – beginning with the everlasting statement ‘We will ROCK you!’ performed by Queen. Should you wish to see and experience medieval jousting first hand then deck yourself and your loved ones in medieval fancy dress costumes and visit Arundel Castle in Sussex, and participate in medieval week held during the month of July where the whole family can take part in fully immersive medieval sports and recreations and visit the interior of the castle to see the fabulous treasures, furnishings, art, and artefacts, and enjoy the stunning views from the ramparts. It is a full-on day with lots to see and do so get there early and cheer on your favourite knights as they do battle with each other in the sword-fighting and jousting arenas. If YOU lead a boring mundane life taxed to the hilt as you perform pointless monotonous work to make someone else rich and you seek the true North of your moral compass, then you need to see this provocative thought provoking film to give you strength as you seek a new direction and live the best life you can. Miss this and SERIOUSLY miss out! FIVE STARS

Heath Ledger som riddare. Blandar element från nutid med medeltid på ett skönt sätt. En skön film. Inget man ligger vaken om nätterna och fantiserar om men missa den inte!

Medieval times 🏰 Knights, Jousting, Sword 🗡️ Play and Rock 🪨 Music 🎶 what else can you ask for. Stunning picture in 4K 👍 The pace is fast and furious, with a few bumps and bruises acquired. Fabulous story line, with action and a love 💕 story mixed in. Humble beginnings- a peasant squire who ascends to become a great knight 🛡️⚔️ Fantastic cast 🎭 who amazes you and makes you laugh 😆 Oh yeah, and then there’s the music 📻 Just a wonderful movie 🎥