In the Lost Lands (2025) Movie Review

In the Lost Lands – Movie Review

First Reaction – In the Lost Lands tries to be Supernatural Mad Max.

Where to Watch

On the 28th of April, you’ll be able to purchase or rent “IN THE LOST LANDS” from various digital platforms. Alternatively, it will be released on DVD, Blu-ray, 4K UHD, and Video on Demand (VOD) on the 2nd of June.

Director: Paul W.S. Anderson

Writer: Constantin Werner (Screenplay)

Writer: George R.R. Martin (Short Story)

Cast

  • Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil)
  • Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy)
  • Arly Jover (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo)
  • Amara Okereke
  • Fraser James (Terminator Dark Fate)

Storyline: The queen sends the formidable and dreaded sorceress Gray Alys into the eerie, uncharted territories known as the Lost Lands, in quest of a mystical force. In this haunting landscape, Gray Alys and her escort, the wanderer Boyce, need to strategize and battle against both human adversaries and demons to achieve their goal.

Runtime: 1 Hour 41 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Story: The narrative unfolds in the realm of the Forgotten Realms, commencing when Queen Okereke seeks out the formidable sorceress Gray Alys, in search of a hidden magical force. She requires a shapeshifter, and the sole location for discovery lies beyond the veil of life. Gray allies herself with roaming adventurer Boyce, whose exploits traversing the Lost Lands make him an ideal guide for her journey.

In their quest, the duo is under pressure to discover what they seek before time runs out. Yet, the relentless pursuer known as The Enforcer (Jover) also trails Gray, which may introduce unforeseen dangers and obstacles intent on thwarting them from accomplishing their task successfully.

Verdict on In the Lost Lands

Recap

The film chronicles a journey of a sorceress and an itinerant across desolate landscapes in pursuit of a transformer. Their aim is to elude a relentless general, hoping their actions will offer the few surviving people a brighter tomorrow.

Best Parts

The notion of a grim future filled with lurking monsters and humanity huddled together in one sprawling metropolis is captivating. Though it doesn’t depict the entire globe, every setting seems authentic enough to suggest life could have existed there. The story’s protagonists are commendably ambitious, and their endeavors are intriguing. Despite the concept being relatively safe, it is bolstered by the palpable on-screen chemistry between Dave Bautista and Milla Jovovich as they navigate this world together.

Worst Parts

As a cinephile, I must admit that this film bears an uncanny resemblance to a supernaturally charged Mad Max world, laced with a dash of Fallout’s post-apocalyptic charm. Yet, despite its intriguing premise, it falls short in distinguishing itself from the pack. The narrative ambition isn’t quite met by the film’s delivery.

Final ThoughtsIn the Lost Lands struggle to match the ambition.

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2025-05-26 14:37