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A 3 page essay that discusses the way in which Excalibur (1981, directed by John Boorman) represents fifth century Britain, when Arthur may have actually lived, and the fifteenth century setting of Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Le Morte dArthur, reflects the world of fifteenth century France, rather than fifth century England. In his 1981 film Excalibur, director John Boorman attempts to recapture the atmosphere of fifth
century England, while also portraying the classic legend recorded in Malorys text, giving Malory credit as one of the films authors. The following examination of Excalibur describes the ways in
which the film depicts the Anglo-Saxon ideologies of the fifth century, as well as the ways in which the narrative includes historical anachronisms that are representative of Malorys era, rather
than the time when King Arthur may have actually existed. The principal way in which the film accurately reflects fifth century Anglo-Saxon ideals are the scenes in which the
young Arthur demonstrates his bravery, as well as integrity, and, thereby demonstrates that he has the character and heroism required to be king. Having pulled the sword Excalibur from where
it was lodged immovable in a stone, Arthur has been indicated to be the son of Uther Pendragon and the rightful king of England. However, some nobles disagree due to
the fact that Arthur is still extremely young and civil war results. When a disarmed noble points out that Arthur has never been knighted, the young king hands his enemy
his sword and kneels commanding that his enemy should knight him. Overcome with Arthurs bravery, as the noble could just as easily beheaded Arthur, he knights him and falls to
his knees pledging his allegiance. It can be argued that the scenes in which magic plays a pivotal role in the narrative also reflect the fifth century pre-Christian era. For
example, after Uther becomes obsessed with possessing Igrayne, Merlin bewitches him to resemble her husband so she willingly submit to sex with him, which results in the birth of Arthur.
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