Introduction: In a time long past, when magic was fading from the world of men, the malevolent (evil) sorceress Queen Mab summoned forth a mighty wizard to keep the power of the Old Ways alive. The wizard’s name was Merlin. But when his heart is touched by the love of the beautiful Nimue, Merlin turns away from Mab’s dark enchantments. Allying himself with the young warrior who will become King Arthur, Merlin pledges his mystical powers to Arthur’s visionary cause: bringing peace and justice to the realm haunted by monsters and ravaged by war—setting the stage for the ultimate clash of good versus evil.
Thy mission:
I. On the next page in your daybook, identify the following characters by their appearance and actions:
1. Morgan Le Fay 2. Queen Mab 3. Frick 4. King Uther Pendragon 5. Mordred 6. Lord Vortigern
7. Nimue 8. Sir Lancelot 9. Merlin 10. Guinevere
II. Many films have viewing guide questions. Your second task during this film is to write down 10 questions (and the answers) dealing with the basic storyline. The questions can revolve around setting, characters, themes, etc. Do your best and remember not to sleep or talk…you may learn something! J
III. Finally, explain briefly examples of at least three themes you observe in the film. Good versus evil, love conquers all, friendship, loyalty, determination, deception, etc.)