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The Mask of Zorro (1998)

Rate: 4
Viewed: 12/06

12/06: The Mask of Zorro is too long and mainstreamed for my taste.

With the exception of Anthony Hopkins who does a decent job, the acting is weak. Even worse is the direction by Martin Campbell who isn't competent to begin with.

The long running length is due to many unnecessary scenes. Not much time is spent on developing the characters because it's all about the useless swordplay and acrobatics. There are charm, some excitement, and intrigue, but they've been overwhelmed by the negatives.

All in all, Zorro, The Gay Blade is far more entertaining than The Mask of Zorro.

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