I'll be the first to admit that historical movies aren't quite my go to movie for entertainment purposes, as I've reached my 50's now I've still managed to avoid the trip down historical lane.
However this being directed by Jesse V Johnson there was a certain compulsion that lead that piques my interest.
Predominantly known in his earlier career as a stunt man/co-ordinator Jesse made the mighty leap into the director's chair with such early fare as The Last Sentinel with Don The Dragon Wilson and Pit Fighter, strictly straight to video fare but no less engaging.
Over the ensuing years Jesse has honed his craft with the help of working with Scott Adkins and directing a number of high concept action vehicles that showed off not only Jesse's flare behind the camera but also allowed those not too familiar with Scott.
All of which I currently have in my collection, gems such as Avengement, Accident Man, Savage Dog and the Debt Collector Sequels.
As I discovered a while back, Boudica was a much cherished dream project and through his association with Bleiberg Entertainment he has been able to bring his dream to life.
Now just when you thought Jesse was all about stunts and no other substance, his visual eye is certainly to the fore with some stunning set pieces.
I have no doubt given the running time that certain aspects of the story have been dramatically altered partially for cinematic effect.
However that's not to say that he has skimped on the dramatic element, to the fore in that instance is the show stopping performance from Olga Kurylenko as the titular character.
I won't go too much into detail plot wise as that to me would be seen as spoiler territory, needless to say we watch as Boudica goes from humble yet quietly outspoken wife to fearsome warrior queen.
I do believe that the movie has a certain ethereal quality to it, especially when all around her don't believe that Boudica has the power or indeed skill set to to be the warrior queen, the moment she dives into the water to retrieve the sword truly is a magical moment that Jesse captures on film.
The power of Jesse compels to to see his interpretation of this often told tale, through doing so, I certainly hope it adds more movie goers to his fan base, of which I am proud to be one.
Onwards and upwards for you young sir.
However this being directed by Jesse V Johnson there was a certain compulsion that lead that piques my interest.
Predominantly known in his earlier career as a stunt man/co-ordinator Jesse made the mighty leap into the director's chair with such early fare as The Last Sentinel with Don The Dragon Wilson and Pit Fighter, strictly straight to video fare but no less engaging.
Over the ensuing years Jesse has honed his craft with the help of working with Scott Adkins and directing a number of high concept action vehicles that showed off not only Jesse's flare behind the camera but also allowed those not too familiar with Scott.
All of which I currently have in my collection, gems such as Avengement, Accident Man, Savage Dog and the Debt Collector Sequels.
As I discovered a while back, Boudica was a much cherished dream project and through his association with Bleiberg Entertainment he has been able to bring his dream to life.
Now just when you thought Jesse was all about stunts and no other substance, his visual eye is certainly to the fore with some stunning set pieces.
I have no doubt given the running time that certain aspects of the story have been dramatically altered partially for cinematic effect.
However that's not to say that he has skimped on the dramatic element, to the fore in that instance is the show stopping performance from Olga Kurylenko as the titular character.
I won't go too much into detail plot wise as that to me would be seen as spoiler territory, needless to say we watch as Boudica goes from humble yet quietly outspoken wife to fearsome warrior queen.
I do believe that the movie has a certain ethereal quality to it, especially when all around her don't believe that Boudica has the power or indeed skill set to to be the warrior queen, the moment she dives into the water to retrieve the sword truly is a magical moment that Jesse captures on film.
The power of Jesse compels to to see his interpretation of this often told tale, through doing so, I certainly hope it adds more movie goers to his fan base, of which I am proud to be one.
Onwards and upwards for you young sir.