Review of Arthur the King

Just as Mark Wahlberg starred in the drama based on true events Deepwater Horizon, this time he brings us the incredible story of a canine hero who accompanies a group of athletes in the Dominican Republic. The cast was well put together, since it's clear that the group at the head of the plot withstands the inclemencies of the script well, at least on screen. Yes, we know that everything is lightened with the magic of cinema, but that doesn't mean that there are roles that are more physically demanding than others.

The most sporting part of the story is quite attractive and entertaining for the general audience, as there are elements of adventure, suspense and drama very well executed by the aforementioned cast. The locations are perfect, and the rest of the technical elements decently support an almost round film. And I say almost, because when we reach the third act is where, in my opinion, the problems in the script arise.

I think there is an excessive use of drama, almost reaching levels of emotional blackmail for an audience that didn't need it at all. Yes, the film perhaps narrates the real events that occurred, but it definitely had the drama quota that was exceeded for a story and a group of actors that do not measure up.

Now, putting that aside, Arthur the King is entertaining and a pleasant cinematic surprise to watch with the family.