The show starts tomorrow night (September 15th). And what is the background to this bloody tale? Read on (at least the network is clear about "blood-soaked" in the first line):
The Bastard Executioner is a blood-soaked, medieval epic that tells the story of Wilkin Brattle, a 14th century warrior, whose life is forever changed when a divine messenger beseeches him to lay down his sword and lead the life of another man: a journeyman executioner. Set in northern Wales during a time rife with rebellion and political upheaval, Wilkin must walk a tight rope between protecting his true identity while also serving a mysterious destiny.
Guided by Annora, a mystical healer whose seeming omniscience keeps Wilkin under her sway; manipulated by Milus Corbett, a devious Chamberlain with grand political aspirations; and driven by a deepening connection with the Baroness Lady Love, Wilkin struggles to navigate political, emotional and supernal pitfalls in his quest to understand his greater purpose.
The Bastard Executioner is a blood-soaked, medieval epic that tells the story of Wilkin Brattle, a 14th century warrior, whose life is forever changed when a divine messenger beseeches him to lay down his sword and lead the life of another man: a journeyman executioner. Set in northern Wales during a time rife with rebellion and political upheaval, Wilkin must walk a tight rope between protecting his true identity while also serving a mysterious destiny.
Guided by Annora, a mystical healer whose seeming omniscience keeps Wilkin under her sway; manipulated by Milus Corbett, a devious Chamberlain with grand political aspirations; and driven by a deepening connection with the Baroness Lady Love, Wilkin struggles to navigate political, emotional and supernal pitfalls in his quest to understand his greater purpose.
Warriors? Mystical healers? Devious Chamberlain? All the ingredients for a good tale, even if variations of this story have been told many times before.
The 10-episode series, created by Kurt Sutter from Sons of Anarchy, has used Wales and the UK for most of the filming and the features a cast primarily from Great Britain. It sounds like an expensive production and I would not be surprised if it is picked up for a second season shortly.
I also expect the network to tone up or down the blood based on audience feedback. While teenagers may be seeking gore, one can only help a decent story emerged from the conflict. I can put up with some gore if it advances the story. Otherwise, I have plenty of other shows on reserve I am eager to watch.
Update: The pilot was pretty bad and the gore ridiculous. I'm moving on to my collection of past shows.
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