Ellie Gall (Catherine), Connor Trinneer (Paul Langford), Aylam Orian (Dr. Brucke), Philip Alexander (James), Shvan Aladdin (Wasif), Sarah Navratil (Eva), Salome Azizi (Aset), Lincoln Hoppe (Stefan), Daniel Rashid (Kasuf).
Stargate Origins: Catherine launches with Catherine and her father still examining the Stargate with thus far, no answers. But when Nazi Occultist Dr. Brucke arrives on scene, the Stargate quickly becomes functional and the adventure begins. With some bits of comedy, the sci-fi action takes over through the end.
This prequel did a nice job of maintaining consistency with an already large, and still growing, Stargate franchise. There were several nods to other films in dialogue and set objects. The storyline felt consistent with the franchise as well, with Catherine living far into the Stargate SG-1 series.
Acting was good with Gall delivering well and seeming to work well with others also. Orian delivered nicely in a role he fit well. Alexander and Aladdin were both enjoyable and brought some depth to things. Ortiz did well as Ra, while Trinneer, Navratil, and the remainder rounded things out nicely.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds have a solid feel and seem to fit the period okay as well. CGI and effects are consistent with the franchise and fitting. Dialogue is nice and fairly light. Sound and soundtrack are mild but good.
Overall Stargate franchise fans should enjoy this one. First timers should realize this is a prequel to a much, much larger storyline.
Some mild violence but not much else to limit audience age. This should be fine for teens and above.
Released: 2018
Reviewed: 3.1.21
Star rating: 4 out of 5
Genre: Sci-fi, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi Action, Prequels
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