There are hints that at some point during its genesis, The Last Witch Hunter involved a more ambitious story than the one assembled in this 106-minute feature but if a better version existed, it didn’t make it to theaters. Elements of the narrative are beyond confusing and director Breck Eisner’s spastic “style” of staging action scenes forces the viewer to wait until the fight is over to figure out who won. Unfortunately, a film needs more than Diesel’s Stallone-ish appeal to succeed and that’s where The Last Witch Hunter is found lacking. He’s Dom Torreto without the car, Riddick without the stare. His character, Kaulder, an 800+ year old warrior for the forces of good, doesn’t require Diesel to step out of his comfort zone.
If Vin Diesel is looking for a third franchise to add to his resume, The Last Witch Hunter might be considered a “safe” option.
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