The Count of Monte-Cristo (2024) - 9/10
A captivating story of subterfuge, revenge, justice and unrequited love. It’s enjoyable to watch thanks to the rousing classical soundtrack, the superbly opulent settings, beautiful scenery and authentic looking period style.
The strong acting performances, dramatic action scenes and stylish camerawork made the long run time fly by.
Although the story is told over a long period, the characters didn’t really age (making this a timeless classic?) and the ending, whilst just, still felt a bit anticlimactic.