Excalibur: the Backbone of the Myth.

Abstract

This article analyzes the interpretation of the underlying myth of the arthurian cycle that is presented in the film Excalibur (John Boorman, 1981). In order to better understand what is going on, we will break down the cinematographic representation of the various characters and stages that are found in the arthurian cycle, paying special attention to the formal aspects (music, wardrobe, etc.) and narratives, as well as an explanation of the mythic elements that are encountered.