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At a fast and jarring pace, the sequel to The Three Musketeers picks up immediately after the first film. It is based on the two parts of Alexandre Dumas’ original story, written for the screen by Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de la Patellière, and directed by Martin Bourboulon. The second installment prominently features Eva Green as Milady de Winter, the alluring and cunning assassin working for Cardinal Richelieu. In the previous film, Milady seemingly met her demise by jumping off a cliff, similar to Moriarty’s fate at Reichenbach Falls. However, she returns in this film, more enigmatic and tempting than ever before.
The plot revolves around Milady’s scheme to start a war between France and Albion by manipulating the Huguenots. Their ultimate goal is to overthrow King Louis XIII, with the main instigator not being who everyone suspects. The four protagonists, D’Artagnan, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, are once again at the forefront of the action. They embark on a daring mission to uncover the truth behind the conspiracy. D’Artagnan is also on a quest to rescue his love, Constance Bonacieux, who has been abducted and imprisoned. In addition, there is a shocking revelation involving Athos, although Vincent Cassel’s portrayal of his emotional turmoil may be difficult to decipher.
The action sequences in this installment are just as wild as the first film, although there is not as much focus on horseback riding. There are some impressive stunts, but I did notice that the break between films did cause some loss of momentum and it took more effort to regain investment in the characters and their actions. However, it is still a remarkable spectacle: all four of the musketeers are appealing characters, especially the noble and conflicted D’Artagnan.
Source: theguardian.com
