Prince of Persia Movie Review

OK! Because of the hype surrounding the great "Prince of Persia" Lego sets, I wanted to see the new movie out this week-end! Now knowing almost nothing about the game franchise this review is based upon the Lego sets and my own opinion. First, the movie is long, over two hours, however, this is a good because it leaves room for character development and lots and lots of action. The story revolves around Dastan who is taken in by the King of Persia because of a prophecy stating that another Prince not of royal blood was to be found. Dastan has two brothers who are actual sons of the King and of royal blood. But, I noticed these two brothers that played a pivotal role in the movie were not made into Lego figures, which was strange... I'm not going to go into spoilers but Dastan is betryaed and must seek the truth behind his deceit. This betrayal involves running away with Princess Tamina who is the guardian of the holy city of Alamut (Lego Battle of Alamut Playset) and the protector of the mystical Dagger of Time. It is after the escape that Dastan learns how the dagger operates by accident, and I must say the special effects for the dagger of time are amazing! During their ventures they come across Sheik Amar (Ostrich Race set) and his bodyguard, Seso. I can say that from the Lego sets I had no idea that Sheik Amar played such a big role in the movie! He provided comic relief and helped our heroes on their quest. Also, of note is that Dastan never actually races the Ostriches, which is implied from the Lego set. From there the group meets the Hassansins who are sent to covertly kill Dastan by his uncle Nizam (fyi - Nizam appears in two of the sets). I don't want to reveal much of the movie because I believe it is worth seeing! The climax involves fighting at the sands of time (Quest against Time playset) which unlike the Lego set doesn't include weapon traps. After the dagger is turned though, a twist that is reminiscent to the LOST (TV show)finale happens which makes for a great ending. But, I'll leave that to the reader to find out in the theater...In conclusion the Prince of Persia movie was a fun thrill ride for everyone!!! I give it a B+ overall.