Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
The game is afoot.
Overview
There is a new criminal mastermind at large (Professor Moriarty) and not only is he Holmes’ intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil and lack of conscience may give him an advantage over the detective.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set in the late 19th century, 'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' reflects the historical and social context of the time, including elements such as steam-powered machinery, grand Victorian architecture, and the rise of organized crime.
- Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law deliver outstanding performances as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson, creating a dynamic duo with exceptional chemistry.
- The intricate and engaging plot keeps the audience guessing, filled with action, suspense, and unexpected twists.
- The movie explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and rivalry, adding depth to the characters beyond their detective roles.
- Guy Ritchie's stylistic direction brings a unique flair to the classic Sherlock Holmes stories.
Fun Facts
- Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Sherlock Holmes was inspired by Basil Rathbone, who played the character in several films during the 1930s and 40s.
- In one scene, a reference is made to Moriarty's involvement in the Zeppelin disaster of 1937, which did not actually occur until six years after the movie's timeline.
- The fight sequence between Sherlock Holmes and Professor Moriarty was choreographed by 87eleven Action Design, known for their work on 'The Matrix' trilogy.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"The game is afoot."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Sherlock Holmes - Spiel im Schatten
"Das Spiel ist im Gange."
Italiano
IT
Title: Sherlock Holmes - Gioco di ombre
""
Português
PT
Title: Sherlock Holmes: Jogo de Sombras
"O jogo começou."
Français
FR
Title: Sherlock Holmes : Jeu d'ombres
"Préparez‐vous pour une seconde aventure."
普通话
CN
Title: 大侦探福尔摩斯2：诡影游戏
"比赛正在进行中。"
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Reviews
As a general adventure and action movie I would consider this as a decent, even good, movie. As a Sherlock Holmes movie…not so much. Unfortunately, watching this movie confirms my suspicions. This is a Hollywood version of Sherlock Holmes. No style, no finesse. A Sherlock Holmes movie should not be a Hollywood action rollercoaster. It should be intelligent, stylish, witty perhaps involving detective work and, above all, British. It didn’t help that they enrolled Stephen Frey. This film is just not right.
I really cannot stand the hostility between Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson. There no justification for it in the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The slow motion scenes are nothing but annoying. The lame jokes are out of place in a Sherlock Holmes movie.
It gets a 5 out of 10 just because it’s actually a decent movie…if you can forget that they claim it to be a Sherlock Holmes one.
Probably the third time seeing this (once in theaters, another when it came out on Blu-ray) and still highly enjoyable, even think this is a tad better than the first if only because of Jared Harris as Professor Moriarty as a great adversary to Holmes. **3.75/5**
Oscar Awards
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Media
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Battle In The Forest
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The Secret To A Checkmate
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Meeting Moriarty