A really great take on the same old legends
Just as I became aware of Authurian legends, this movie came out. Lucky for me, I had just finished reading Mary Stewart's Crystal Cave Series, which is a trilogy about the life of Merlin, and I was able to appreciate even more Merlin and his role in the legends. This wonderfully made movie brought Camelot to life for me and it has since become one of my favorite movies of all time. If you are a huge Arthurian legends buff and you cannot stand seeing anyone take liberties with Malory or any other classic, then don't watch this. The main adversary is Queen Mab, creator and destroyer of Merlin. But if you're into watching a beautiful movie with a good story and great actors and actresses, then by all means, enjoy.
Beauty is always only an illusion.