Maybe it is me, but I liked this movie. Solomon Kane is based on the books and short stories written by Robert E. Howard. Howard is also the creator of the character Conan the Barbarian.
For the purposes of this movie, Kane begins as a his tale as a mercenary bent on destruction. However, once he learns that his soul has been claimed by the devil, Kane renounces violence and becomes a puritan. Yes, his life as a pacifist does not last long. Kane witnesses several members of the family that he has been traveling with be slaughtered and the daughter kidnapped, Kane goes on his quest to rescue the girl and redeem his soul in the process.
The most notable name in the film is Pete Postlethwaite as William Crowthron. The man that helps Kane on a path to peace. James Purefoy stars as Solomon Kane. Game of Thrones fans will recognize one of actors in this film, but I will keep who that is to myself.
Solomon Kane is a decent sword and sorcery film. I think if you are a fan of the genre that you will enjoy Kane. A little dark. The fight scenes are pretty good. Solomon Kane is not a bad film if you like a enough story plot to be believable. Give it a shot. Currently on Netflix.
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