Stardate 09.16.2026.B: 2009's Oft-Criticized 'Solomon Kane' Theatrical Adaptation Turns An Incredible 17 Years Young Today

On this day in 2009 (in Canada), audiences in attendance of the Toronto International Film Festival were treated to the theatrical premiere of Solomon Kane.  Based on the stories of Robert E. Howard, the film was adapted and directed by MJ Bassett; and it starred James Purefoy, Max von Sydow, Rachel Hurd-Wood, and others. 

​According to our friends at IMDB.com, here's the plot summary:

"A ruthless mercenary renounces violence after learning his soul is bound for hell. When a young girl is kidnapped and her family slain by a sorcerer's murderous cult, he is forced to fight and seek his redemption slaying evil."

For the record:
At the 2014 Saturn Awards, Solomon Kane received a nomination in the category of 'Best DVD / Blu-ray Release.'

-- EZ

From Google.com:

Solomon Kane is a 2009 dark fantasy action film written and directed by Michael J. Bassett, based on the pulp magazine character created in 1928 by Robert E. Howard. [1, 2]

Plot and Story

• The Sinner: The story starts with Solomon Kane (James Purefoy) as a brutal, bloodthirsty privateer in the late 16th century.
• The Damnation: After a battle, he faces the Reaper of the Devil who tells him his soul belongs to hell because of his violent life.
• The Vow: Kane escapes and seeks salvation by vowing to live a life of absolute peace, joining a quiet monastery.
• The Return to War: Bad forces led by a sorcerer named Malachi attack the innocent, forcing Kane to pick up his sword again to save a captured Puritan girl named Meredith and redeem his soul. [1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

Cast and Production

• Starring: James Purefoy plays the main role of Solomon Kane. The cast also includes Max von Sydow, Pete Postlethwaite, and Rachel Hurd-Wood.
• Filming: The movie was made by a mix of British, Czech, and French companies, and was mostly shot on location in the Czech Republic.
• Reception: It holds a 67% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and is praised by fans for capturing a gritty, realistic dark fantasy tone compared to typical high-fantasy films. You can learn more details or read user reviews on IMDb. [1, 3, 8]

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[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solomon_Kane_(film)
[2] https://www.facebook.com/AddSciFan/posts/solomon-kane-2009-dark-fantasy-action-film-directed-by-michael-j-bassett-based-o/1173965171237133/
[3] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0970452/
[4] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0970452/plotsummary/
[5] https://www.imdb.com/news/ni3415781/
[6] https://www.facebook.com/groups/119441938068660/posts/28175536362032508/
[7] https://letterboxd.com/film/solomon-kane/
[8] https://www.imdb.com/fr-ca/title/tt0970452/