Seventh Son, an emotional fantasy adventure, has just entered Netflix’s top 10 films, featuring the charisma of Jeff Bridges and the intensity of Julianne Moore — two Oscar winners in the cast of this classic fantasy film.
Director Sergei Bodrov focuses on the visual scale and spectacular effects, which make the film captivating even for those who are not fans of the genre. In this article you’ll find everything you need to know about Seventh Son. The trailer is at the bottom of the article.
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Seventh Son – all the key details
- Title: Seventh Son
- Length: 1h 42min
- Genre: Fantasy, Action, Adventure
- Production Countries: USA, Canada, United Kingdom, China
- Original Language: English
- Director: Sergei Bodrov
- Cast: Jeff Bridges, Julianne Moore, Ben Barnes, Alicia Vikander
- Production: Legendary Pictures, Universal Pictures
What Seventh Son is about
The action takes place in a world inspired by medieval myths and superstitions, where the balance between humanity and the supernatural is maintained by monster hunters. Master Gregory lives in isolation as a hermit, dedicated to a strict mission: protecting villages and towns from dark creatures. When the powerful witch Mother Malkin escapes and the threat grows with the approaching dangerous conjunction, Gregory needs an apprentice.
He finds it in Thomas Ward, the seventh son of a seventh son, who must quickly learn the meaning of responsibility for the world. The film focuses on Thomas’s coming-of-age journey and the mentor-apprentice relationship, but there are also battles with monsters, sacrifices, temptations of power, and the fragile nature of alliances. The atmosphere is dark, with Gothic tones, and the film’s pace alternates dynamic action scenes with moments that build the characters’ backstories.
Cast and main characters
Jeff Bridges (Oscar winner for Best Actor for Crazy Heart in 2010) stars as Master Gregory, a demon hunter grappling with his own failures while maintaining a bitter, raw compassion. Julianne Moore (Oscar winner for Best Actress for Still Alice in 2015) plays Mother Malkin, a freed witch who embodies a true sense of danger.
Ben Barnes portrays Thomas Ward, the young hero on the brink of adulthood; his journey from an unprepared boy to a brave warrior forms the emotional core of the film. Alicia Vikander adds a human touch as Alice, torn between loyalty and her own choices.
Our review
The film’s biggest strengths are its set design and the performances of the main actors, alongside impressive special effects and the tension of the mentor-apprentice relationship. Seventh Son stands out visually: its gothic settings create a dark, evocative atmosphere, the fantastical creatures feature engaging designs, and the action scenes maintain a lively, thrilling pace.
Behind the scenes of Seventh Son
The production of the film had a turbulent history, with changes in budget and distribution. The project was developed with international support and a substantial budget for special effects. The music, cinematography, and costumes emphasize the Gothic tone of the story, and the cast – especially the presence of two Oscar winners – was a key element of the promotional campaign.
When to watch Seventh Son
The film is already available on Netflix.
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