The Veil (2017 film)

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The Veil
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Film poster
Directed by Brent Ryan Green
Written byJeff Goldberg
Produced by Brent Ryan Green
Jeff Goldberg
Starring William Levy
Serinda Swan
William Moseley
Nick E. Tarabay
Release date
  • April 15, 2017 (2017-04-15)(Brazil)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The Veil is a 2017 American post-apocalyptic film directed by Brent Ryan Green and starring William Levy, Serinda Swan, William Moseley and Nick E. Tarabay. [1] The film is also known as Rise of a Warrior and Barbarian: Rise of the Warrior. [2]

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Premise

The Veil is set in a war-torn land where tribal factions live in fear of annihilation, and tells the story of a deadly warrior leading a destructive war campaign. When he is betrayed by his own and left for dead, he is healed by a mysterious princess and taken in by a hidden tribe that believes he was chosen to wage a final battle. [3]

Cast

Release

The Veil released in Brazil on April 15, 2017.[ citation needed ] It also released in the United Kingdom, where it was titled Barbarian: Rise of the Warrior. [7]

Reception

Starburst reviewed the film, noting it was "Not a perfect film, but definitely enjoyable for those already a fan of this genre." [7]

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References

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  2. Moore, Roger (30 May 2018). "Netflixable? "The Veil" hides behind a barbarian's leathers". Movie Nation. Retrieved 11 February 2022.
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