Given how far back the events are, and how much details were lost from then, we’re not really watching Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan for historical accuracy. What we are looking for is story and entertainment. This depiction has the latter in spades. With gorgeous landscapes, spectacular swordfighting, and lots of throat singing, director Sergei Bodrov captures Genghis Khan’s earlier years with the epic grandeur required for such an influential figure. However, we would say that the story is where it gets tricky. Initially planned for three films, Mongol stands alone as a thrilling tale of humble beginnings, but it’s easy to imagine what could have been if they were able to take it all the way to the end of his illustrious life.
The story recounts the early life of Genghis Khan, a slave who went on to conquer half the world in the 11th century.
The story recounts the early life of Genghis Khan, a slave who went on to conquer half the world in the 11th century.
