Lancelot and Guinevere: The Most Epic Romantic Rescue in Battle
Posted by Amber Topping | Jul 20, 2019
Lancelot and Guinevere: The Most Epic Romantic Rescue in Battle
The unrequited love story of Lancelot and Guinevere in King Arthur (2004) remains an underrated and overlooked romance despite the film’s Blockbuster status. The longing in Lancelot’s eyes and Ioan Gruffud’s brooding Byronic stares still gets me every time. Though I admit to being a sucker for unrequited/one-sided romances.
In this Arthurian adaptation, it’s hard to know if Lancelot’s unspoken feelings of true love are returned by Guinevere (Keira Knightley) – for she must marry Arthur to create a strategic political alliance.
But whether Guinevere has feelings for Lancelot (and I believe she does – or would if she had the luxury to choose him) is inconsequential. For it’s Lancelot’s tragic love for Guinevere that makes the love story so epic and memorable.
CLASSIC ROMANTIC MOMENT OF THE MONTH
Classic Romantic Moment of the Month: Lancelot and Guinevere - The Most Epic Romantic Rescue in Battle. King Arthur 2004 film
Since this month marks the 15th anniversary of the movie premiere of King Arthur (2004), I thought it would be fitting to put the spotlight on the love story of Guinevere and Lancelot in this film. Specifically on the end battle scene when Lancelot daringly rescues Guinevere because of his love for her.
However, if you haven’t seen the film and want to check it out, two versions exist. The theatrical release and the Director’s Cut. For the full unrequited love story, it’s important to watch the Director’s Cut since a few key Lancelot and Guinevere scenes were cut from the theatrical version. That said, just be warned the Director’s Cut is unrated and more violent.
THE LEAD IN
King Arthur (2004) promotional picture.
I don’t believe in heaven. I’ve been living in this hell. But if you represent what heaven is, then take me there.
Lancelot to guinevere in King Arthur (Director’s Cut) 2004
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In this version of the Arthurian legend, Sir Lancelot is a Sarmatian knight during the Dark Ages (rather than the medieval time period) forced into service by the Romans. His leader is Arthur. And while Arthur doesn’t have a round table, he’s a devout Christian believing in an ideal world of equality and freedom.
But just as Lancelot’s fifteen years of service is up, the Romans force him and his fellow knights to perform one more dangerous mission. Only everything is not as it seems.
Soon, the Sarmatian knights and Arthur team up with the Woads (Briton rebels fighting against Roman rule) to fight the Saxons and ultimately create a new Briton free of Roman and Saxon rule.
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In the midst of it all, Arthur and Lancelot rescue a young warrior pagan, Guinevere. However, she is secretly working with Merlin (leader of the Woads) and wants Arthur to join their side. So, while she romances Arthur to win him over, Lancelot falls in love with the brave Guinevere. But he’s wary of joining a fight that doesn’t have anything to do with him.
Still, Lancelot, loyal to Arthur and now Guinevere, finally decides to fight at Arthur’s side in the end – even if it leads to his death. But one wonders if the greater motivation is for Guinevere. While the two don’t share much dialogue throughout the film, Lancelot’s stares of yearning tell a story all their own.
THE ROMANTIC MOMENT: LANCELOT AND GUINEVERE
As we come to the main battle at the end of the film (“The Battle of Badon Hill“), Lancelot, Arthur, the Knights, Guinevere, and the Woads fight against the Saxons (led by Cerdic and Cynric).
During the battle, Guinevere comes face to face with Cynric and fights in hand to hand combat against him. But she’s losing.
Lancelot in King Arthur 2004 film.
In the distance, Lancelot, in the midst of battle, sees Guinevere struggling against Cynric. His face says it all. The woman he secretly loves is about to die.
He hesitates for a moment. Lancelot turns to look back at Arthur and then he turns back around to look at Guinevere. He then makes a difficult choice. He’s going to help Guinevere, not Arthur.
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Lancelot, in all his epic, chivalrous glory, then fights across the battlefield trying to make it to Guinevere in time. He rides on his horse, jumps over fire, and fights off attackers. And just as Cynric is about to overwhelm Guinevere, Lancelot stops him with his sword. Guinevere looks up at Lancelot from the ground in awe.
Classic Romantic Moment of the Month: Lancelot and Guinevere - The Most Epic Romantic Rescue in Battle
Lancelot and Cynric now engage in combat. This time, Lancelot has the upper hand. But it’s momentary. Cynric soon catches him unawares with a crossbow – hitting him directly in the chest with an arrow.
Classic Romantic Moment of the Month: Lancelot and Guinevere - The Most Epic Romantic Rescue in Battle
Guinevere stops to stare at the dying Lancelot, emotions heavy on her face. But she’s now far from him, fighting other Saxons.
With his last bit of adrenaline, Lancelot throws his sword at Cynric, mortally wounding him. And in a final attack, Lancelot then finishes him off.
Meanwhile, Guinevere fights across the battlefield to get to Lancelot.
King Arthur 2004 film
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