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In his take on this Arthurian legend, director David Lowery artfully reimagines Gawain's tale. The version he presents is totally unique, full of wonder and suspense.

Dev Patel's Gawain is different from what many people are used to from the hero: he's untested in battle, frightened, and unsure of his place in the world. When the Green Knight, played by the excellent Ralph Ineson, offers a challenge to any of Arthur's knights, Gawain answers in the hopes of proving himself. This leads him on a dangerous quest to find the Green Chapel, where he encounters many different people on the road. Each interaction teaches him a lesson and pushes him to become more honorable. Gawain doesn't succeed every time though, and occasionally he falls short of what's expected from a knight.

The way the story is communicated is an absolute treat; the cinematography is hauntingly beautiful and the music is chilling. The soundscape has one of the most creative atmospheres in recent memory thanks to the excellent sound design and mixing. Supporting actors Sean Harris, Joel Edgerton, Alicia Vikander, Barry Keoghan, and Kate Dickie are all phenomenal. There really isn't any weakness in the whole film; it's a fantastic retelling of a much loved tale and deserves a lot more recognition.