Blog Post 9: I love the 'Count of Monte Cristo' (2002)

There are three major protagonists in this film; Edmond, the Count & hybrid Count Edmond. 

I like the third one the best. 

My favourite parts in this film have to be every scene with the good old all-knowing Priest building up rock-bottom, broken Edmond as well as that grand and lavish entrance as the Count; our naive hero reborn into a powerful supremo. That part was rather cool. 

We sympathise with him, we laugh with him and we back him against the injustices thrown at him by the imposing forces corrupting his innocence. I mean, it’s exhausting really just watching this.

I think we can all relate to this movie in a million and one ways. Alright, we won’t exactly be noting down tips on how to survive the Chateau D’If but if this film doesn’t inspire or even affect you in some way I don’t know what will. 

Life is gonna chew you up spit you out and then it’s down to you- turn bitter or take it in your stride, gain strength and wisdom. 

Above all, never lose hope. 

I have to acknowledge the fact that this is a Dumas masterpiece but I also gotta say, they made a hell of a movie and I happen to like the adjustments to the story very much. 

Technically speaking, the direction is great and the acting is spot-on. Will continue to re-watch this film over and over as I have done for years. 

Bravo!