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'Excalibur' Released 44 Years Ago and Is Still a Great Dark Fantasy Film
MovieWebStory by Rachel Johnson
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The 1981 Arthurian epic 'Excalibur' remains a genre-defining dark fantasy classic 44 years later, kickstarting the careers of stars like Liam Neeson and Helen Mirren.
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- John Boorman's 'Excalibur' was a breakthrough role for a young Liam Neeson, who played Sir Gawain - the film's groundbreaking visuals and gritty take on the Arthurian legend set it apart.
- Helen Mirren, in one of her earliest major film roles, portrayed the enigmatic Morgan le Fay in 'Excalibur' - her mesmerizing performance as the sorceress helped cement the movie's cult status.
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Liam Neeson, Helen Mirren, 'Excalibur'