Rebel Moon: Part Two - The Scargiver: Kora's Galactic Battle for Freedom

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Anthony Hopkins lends his voice to Jimmy, a haggard war robot.
Kora leads a group of warriors against the Imperial army to protect Veldt and its precious grain from being seized.
Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver takes inspiration from classic Hollywood westerns and incorporates elements of science fiction and fantasy.
Sofia Boutella plays Kora, Michiel Huisman portrays Gunnar, and Ed Skrein returns as Admiral Noble.
Rebel Moon: Part Two - The Scargiver: Kora's Galactic Battle for Freedom

In the vast expanse of space, a battle for survival and freedom unfolds in the second installment of Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon saga. With Part Two: The Scargiver now available on Netflix, let us delve into this interplanetary tale that continues to draw inspiration from classic films like Seven Samurai and Star Wars.

The story follows Kora, played by Sofia Boutella, who leads a group of warriors against the oppressive Imperial army. They seek to protect their homeland, Veldt, and its precious grain from being seized by the militaristic regime. Michiel Huisman portrays Gunnar, a crucial ally in Kora's quest for freedom.

Ed Skrein returns as the primary antagonist, Admiral Noble. His menacing presence adds depth to the conflict and raises the stakes for our heroes.

Anthony Hopkins lends his voice to Jimmy, a haggard war robot that plays an essential role in this epic saga. The performances from these talented actors are fully invested, especially those of Boutella and Huisman.

The title Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver is reminiscent of the classic Hollywood westerns, where settlers protect their crops, cattle, and cool water from greedy intruders. This space opera takes inspiration from these tales while incorporating elements of science fiction and fantasy.

Zack Snyder wears many hats in this production as he produces, shares script credit, and serves as the cinematographer for Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver. Netflix has paid a significant amount of money to produce these films, with the hope that they will yield compelling stories worth sharing.

Netflix subscribers can now stream this space epic and decide for themselves whether it lives up to their expectations. Stay tuned for more coverage on this intriguing saga.


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Confidence

85%

Doubts
  • Are there any specific details about how Veldt's grain is essential to the survival of its inhabitants?
  • What motivates Admiral Noble to seize the grain?

Sources

76%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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One Of The Most Controversial Sci-Fi Movies Of 2024 Lands On Netflix Today

Forbes Magazine Erik Kain Friday, 19 April 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver is now available on Netflix
    • Sofia Boutella stars as Kora in Rebel Moon
    • Rebel Moon is a space opera version of Seven Samurai
  • Accuracy
    • The film's connection to The Seven Samurai and The Magnificent Seven is overt.
    • Kora, played by Sofia Boutella, fled an evil empire and seeks atonement in a farming outpost.
    • Gunnar, played by Michiel Huisman, is puppy-eyed and recruits warriors for the fight against Admiral Noble.
  • Deception (30%)
    The author expresses his personal opinions about the movie 'Rebel Moon' and its director Zach Snyder multiple times throughout the article. He uses editorializing language such as 'wildly derivative', 'mixed bag', 'mixed reactions', and 'hard-core fans loved the movie'. The author also makes a comparison to another movie, Seven Samurai, which is not relevant to the article's topic. This constitutes an example of pontification and editorializing.
    • It's basically a space opera version of Seven Samurai
    • Despite my many problems with Rebel Moon, I still have hope that this could turn into a fun–if silly–space opera franchise
    • Tedious, derivative and implausible beyond belief, Rebel Moon Part 2 makes Zack Snyder’s first film in this preposterous space opera franchise look great by comparison.
  • Fallacies (75%)
    The author makes several informal fallacies throughout the article. He uses an appeal to audience reaction in stating 'Despite my many problems with Rebel Moon, I still have hope that this could turn into a fun–if silly–space opera franchise, though I have doubts Netflix will continue to bankroll these movies if they continue to bomb.' This is an appeal to the audience's emotions and their reactions towards the movie. He also uses hyperbole in stating 'Tedious, derivative and implausible beyond belief, Rebel Moon Part 2 makes Zack Snyder’s first film in this preposterous space opera franchise look great by comparison.' This is an exaggeration of the facts.
    • Despite my many problems with Rebel Moon, I still have hope that this could turn into a fun–if silly–space opera franchise, though I have doubts Netflix will continue to bankroll these movies if they continue to bomb.
    • Tedious, derivative and implausible beyond belief, Rebel Moon Part 2 makes Zack Snyder’s first film in this preposterous space opera franchise look great by comparison.
  • Bias (90%)
    The author expresses a negative opinion towards the movie 'Rebel Moon Part 2' and compares it unfavorably to 'Rebel Moon Part 1'. This is an example of ideological bias as the author has a clear preference for the first part over the second.
    • Tedious, derivative and implausible beyond belief, Rebel Moon Part 2 makes Zack Snyder’s first film in this preposterous space opera franchise look great by comparison.
    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication

    68%

    The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
    (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

    A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

    Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver Review

    IGN (Imagine Games Network) Friday, 19 April 2024 06:59
    • Unique Points
      • James' robot-gone-native gimmick provides little value to the story
      • Writers lazily copy contemporary racial biases onto sci-fi characters living in diverse galaxy of species and aliens set thousands of years in the future
      • Tarak’s steampunk-industrial planet is a welcome divergence but poses frustrating questions as to why certain character details weren’t hinted at or woven into the story
    • Accuracy
      • Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver is now streaming on Netflix
      • Sofia Boutella stars as Kora in Rebel Moon
      • An imperial army demands grain from a small space outpost in Rebel Moon
      • Kora gathers heroes to fight back against the imperial army in Rebel Moon
    • Deception (30%)
      The article contains editorializing and sensationalism. The author's opinion is clear throughout the piece, as they express their disappointment with the first part of the Rebel Moon series and their expectations for the second part. They also use emotive language to describe certain scenes in the article, such as 'gratuitous amount of time' and 'absurd'. Additionally, there are instances of selective reporting where the author focuses on negative aspects of the movie without providing a balanced perspective.
      • Zack Snyder’s unsatisfying conclusion to his bombastic space opera is filled with flimsy character studies, exposition overload, and largely half-baked action sequences that rarely live up to the sci-fi classics it emulates.
      • They have a ticking clock counting down until an Imperium dreadnought arrives in their atmosphere, and given that time pressure it’s especially absurd that Snyder spends a gratuitous amount of time showing the villagers and warriors harvesting the land.
      • Despite it being the title of this sequel, there’s no explanation offered for it at all.
    • Fallacies (65%)
      The author makes an appeal to authority by referencing the works of Seven Samurai/The Magnificent Seven and Return of the Jedi. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the plot as 'half-baked' and 'shallow characters'. There is a use of dichotomous depiction with the description of Veldt as a bustling galaxy ruled over by a militaristic regime versus the villagers who are outcasts and resistance fighters. The author also uses an inflammatory phrase when describing certain character details as 'lazily copying and pasting contemporary racial biases'.
      • The plot of The Scargiver plays out like Seven Samurai/The Magnificent Seven meets Return of the Jedi,
      • It's somewhat hilarious to hear a string quartet furiously playing while a brutal murder takes place on screen.
      • writers are still lazily copying and pasting contemporary racial biases onto sci-fi characters living in a diverse galaxy of species and aliens set thousands of years in the future.
    • Bias (75%)
      The article expresses a negative opinion towards the movie 'Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver' by Zack Snyder. The author criticizes the plot for being predictable and shallow, with a focus on unnecessary details such as harvesting scenes and character backstories presented through monologues. The author also points out instances of racial bias in the script, specifically towards a character named Kora who is described as having darker skin tone. These criticisms demonstrate ideological bias.
      • barely coloring outside the lines of its inspiration, the plot of The Scargiver plays out like Seven Samurai/The Magnificent Seven meets Return of the Jedi
        • It's somewhat hilarious to hear a string quartet furiously playing while a brutal murder takes place on screen.
          • There's also an eye-rolling line dropped against Kora by her adopted dad, calling her a ‘cancer of ethnic impurity’ due to her darker skin tone.
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication

          82%

          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

          A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

          ‘Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver’ builds on the original without leaving much of a mark

          CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Brian Lowry Friday, 19 April 2024 14:38
          • Unique Points
            • Snyder wears many hats in Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver, including producing, script credit, and cinematography.
            • Netflix has paid a significant amount of money to produce Rebel Moon films.
          • Accuracy
            • Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver has more action than the first part.
            • Sofia Boutella stars as Kora in Rebel Moon.
          • Deception (60%)
            The article contains editorializing and selective reporting. The author expresses his opinion that the second part of 'Rebel Moon' is relatively less recommendable than the first, and that it primarily distinguishes Zack Snyder from Netflix in terms of money spent with little return. He also mentions the film's connection to 'The Seven Samurai' and its English-language variant 'The Magnificent Seven,' implying a lack of originality. These opinions are not based on facts but rather the author's interpretation, making it editorializing.
            • Ultimately, Rebel Moon’s warriors remain more visually striking than emotionally engaging.
            • Given Snyder’s loyal fan base...
            • yet the second half of his original space epic, Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, primarily distinguishes the director’s recent knack for separating Netflix from lots of money, with relatively little, at least in terms of recommendable movies, to show for it.
            • the relationship surely possesses intangible value to a subscription streaming service.
            • As it happens, the film’s connection to The Seven Samurai and its English-language variant The Magnificent Seven feels even more conspicuous and overt, including an extended sequence during which the recruited band of warriors train the village of farmers for the showdown to come.
          • Fallacies (80%)
            The author makes an appeal to the audience's emotions by praising Zack Snyder's visual and action skills, but then criticizes his recent work for lacking recommendable movies. This is a form of bait-and-switch fallacy as the author sets up expectations for a positive review based on past accomplishments, only to later disappoint with negative comments.
            • CNN – Zack Snyder has established himself as a gifted visual and action stylist, even in his less satisfying films. Yet the second half of his original space epic, Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, primarily distinguishes the director's recent knack for separating Netflix from lots of money, with relatively little, at least in terms of recommendable movies, to show for it.
            • Strictly on the merits, though, after Part Two it feels like time to move on to different pastures.
          • Bias (95%)
            The author expresses a negative opinion towards the movie 'Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver' and Netflix for investing in it. This can be considered monetary bias as the author seems to have an unfavorable view towards Netflix for spending money on this project.
            • Netflix will likely need to have a long talk with its algorithm before signing up for more.
              • Strictly on the merits, though, after Part Two it feels like time to move on to different, if not necessarily greener, pastures.
              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication
              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication

              91%

              The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
              (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

              A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

              'Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver' is a knockout punch of pure sci-fi cinema (review)

              Space.com Jeff Spry Friday, 19 April 2024 13:01
              • Unique Points
                • Zack Snyder is a fan of John Boorman’s ‘Excalibur’ and referenced it in ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.’
                • Sofia Boutella stars as Kora in ‘Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver.’
                • Michiel Huisman plays Gunnar in ‘Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver.’
                • Ed Skrein portrays the primary villain, Admiral Noble, in ‘Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver.’
                • Anthony Hopkins provides vocal work for the haggard war robot Jimmy.
                • The performances in ‘Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver’ are fully invested, especially those of Sofia Boutella and Michiel Huisman.
              • Accuracy
                • Sofia Boutella stars as Kora in Rebel Moon
                • The Battle of Veldt begins in Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver.
              • Deception (80%)
                The article contains several instances of emotional manipulation and selective reporting. The author uses quotes from the movie 'Excalibur' to draw a comparison between the film and 'Rebel Moon', implying that 'Rebel Moon' is an emblem of what fans have yearned for in the 'Star Wars' realm. However, this comparison is not directly related to the article's review of 'Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver'. The author also selectively reports on certain aspects of the film, such as the performances and visual effects, while omitting any mention of its weaknesses or criticisms. This creates a biased and one-sided view of the film.
                • Operating from a screenplay by Zack Snyder, Kurt Johnstad, and Shay Hatten... The performances here are fully invested... The haggard war robot Jimmy features Sir Anthony Hopkins’ heartfelt vocal work...
                • The great Nigel Terry, playing a world-weary King Arthur, sips from the holy grail offered to him by his quest knight, Perceval. Instantly revived and invigorated, he declares, 'I didn’t know how empty was my soul, until it was filled.' And the irony struck me...
              • Fallacies (100%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication
              • Bias (100%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication
              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication
              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                None Found At Time Of Publication

              71%

              The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
              (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

              A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

              ‘Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver’ Review: Zack Snyder, Netflix, Rinse, Repeat

              The Hollywood Reporter Frank Scheck Friday, 19 April 2024 06:59
              • Unique Points
                • Sofia Boutella stars as Kora in Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver.
                • Michiel Huisman plays Gunnar in Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver.
                • Ed Skrein portrays the primary villain, Admiral Noble, in Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver.
              • Accuracy
                • Sofia Boutella is among the stars of this film.
                • The story continues the tale of farmers on the moon of Veldt being threatened by imperialistic forces.
                • Admiral Noble leads the military forces against Kora and her mercenary team.
                • Nemesis, Tarak, Gunnar, Titus and Jimmy are part of the mercenary team.
              • Deception (30%)
                The article contains several examples of deception through sensationalism and selective reporting. The author makes exaggerated statements about the length of certain scenes in the movie, implying that they are unnecessarily long and absurd. However, these statements are not objectively true as there is no way to determine if the scenes truly feel longer than a Swedish art film or if farming techniques have not advanced beyond scythes in this alternate universe. The author also compares elements of the movie to other well-known epics, implying that they are shameless rip-offs without providing any concrete evidence. Furthermore, the author's use of derogatory language towards certain aspects of the film and its creators is an attempt to manipulate readers' emotions.
                • Wheat. So much wheat... It's not surprising, considering that this one features a sequence in which the characters harvest wheat for what seems longer than a Swedish art film.
                • It's hard to blame Snyder and his co-screenwriters Kurt Johnstad and Shay Hatten for this, because it's highly unlikely the film itself is likely to receive any.
                • If you thought the previous installment was all build-up, you may be distressed to learn that the follow-up is...a lot more build-up.
              • Fallacies (75%)
                The author makes a dichotomous depiction by comparing the space saga to Swedish art films and Seven Samurai, implying that the long wheat harvest sequence is absurd. This is a fallacy as it oversimplifies and misrepresents the context of the scene.
                • Wheat. So much wheat. That's the main takeaway from the second installment of Zack Snyder’s interplanetary space saga that, depending on your perspective, either pays homage to or shamelessly rips off previous epics ranging from Seven Samurai to Star Wars.
                • It's hard to blame Snyder and his co-screenwriters Kurt Johnstad and Shay Hatten for this, because it's highly unlikely the film itself is likely to receive any.
              • Bias (75%)
                The author makes repeated comparisons of the movie to other movies, implying a lack of originality. The author also expresses their personal opinion that the film is a lot of build-up and not much else.
                • 'If you thought the previous installment was all build-up, you may be distressed to learn that the follow-up is…a lot more build-up.'
                  • 'It pays homage to or shamelessly rips off previous epics ranging from Seven Samurai to Star Wars.'
                  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                    None Found At Time Of Publication
                  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                    None Found At Time Of Publication