# The Green Knight (2021)

> A hesitant Arthurian knight crosses a haunted medieval world where supernatural trials force him to confront the difference between appearing heroic and becoming worthy.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/391103

## Facts

- Runtime: 130 min
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
- Director: David Lowery
- Cast: Dev Patel, Alicia Vikander, Joel Edgerton, Sarita Choudhury, Sean Harris, Kate Dickie, Barry Keoghan, Erin Kellyman
- TMDB rating: 6.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9243804/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: slow
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: haunting, enigmatic, melancholic, late night viewing, rainy day

## Synopsis

A bold reimagining of a classic tale that challenges the very essence of honor and bravery.

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