Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver is a movie directed by Zack Snyder starring Sofia Boutella. With Michiel Huisman, and Ed Skrein.
“Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver” takes us to the end of this tale of humble farmers and oppressive lords who demanded more than the townsfolk could provide, sparking a revolution.
This sequel presents us with a film divided into two clearly defined parts: the preparation for the battle and the battle itself. Both parts are captivating, filled with the exaggerated epic spirit of Zack Snyder – a style he’s unwaveringly maintained.
This film certainly won’t disappoint its fans, particularly those dedicated to Snyder’s ostentatious, unique, and dramatic style which is showcased in this intergalactic battle – yet another chapter in Snyder’s ongoing style guide.
The conclusion, however, holds no great surprises given the premises, and everything pans out as expected in this archetypal futuristic adventure climaxing in the grand battle.
About the film
Great icons of art, be it in painting, writing, or film, run the risk of repetition, continually seeking that moment of glory and brilliance, which, when constantly repeated, ceases to impress. This is the case for its creator, Zack Snyder, who, despite his ongoing genius as demonstrated in “300”, is falling into this pattern. What once were innovative framing and technical features, have now become unmistakable hallmarks of his personal yet previously innovative style.
Indeed, he has evolved, but the grand discourses and epic element of 300 remain, as does the unbridled force and comic-like style. Does “Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver” reveal anything new regarding Snyder’s established style? Absolutely not. There’s no search for a new language, nor is the plot sufficiently innovative. What promised in the first film to be the new Star Wars (already established) ends up delivering the most traditional ending possible.
Spectacular? Yes, without disappointing in the least as each and every one of its visuals are stunning. However, the unique style of its creator remains what we’ve already seen and admired, what struck us a few decades ago, and seems to persist in repetition, a brilliance to which we have become accustomed.
The stories change, but the style does not.
In “Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver,” nearly everything is saved for the end, except for a few spectacular flashbacks from the first film. All the firepower, development, and characters lead to a final battle that decides everything. It couldn’t be any more classic, as the film doesn’t intend to reinvent the principles of the epic genre.
In this regard, it’s flawless – technically marvelous and exactly what its creator intended: traditional futurism in a story of heroes and villains, rich and poor, and the unfair empire against the noble farmers.
Our Opinion
Without disappointing, it does not quite impress or bring a new twist to the established style. While it is magnificent in all technical aspects, it leaves us craving for a new flavor, either aesthetically or narratively.
It’s perfect, but lacks the novelty factor.
