'Masters Of The Universe' Review: Nicholas Galitzine Brings Charm to He-Man in Travis Knight's Amusing Mattel Adaptation
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Pete Hammond
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Summary
A review of Travis Knight's new 'Masters Of The Universe' film, which brings the iconic Mattel toy line back to the big screen. Nicholas Galitzine stars as He-Man in what the review describes as an amusing and charming new take on the nostalgic 1980s franchise. The film follows previous attempts to adapt the property, including the 1987 Dolph Lundgren film, and aims to revitalize the fantasy franchise for modern audiences.
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Since 1982 with the introduction of the massive toy line and action figures, Mattel has milked their Masters Of The Universe in every way including comic strips inserted with all those toys.
Nicholas Galitzine charms his way into He-Man heroics in amusing new take on Mattel's nostalgic toys.
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