With director Alex Proyas Gods of Egypt opening February 26th, Lionsgate has provided us with an exclusive poster and TV spot for the fantasy epic. As a fan of Proyas’ work (he directed The CrowDark CityGarage DaysI Robot and Knowing), I’m very curious to see his take on the material and based on the trailers it looks like it’s going to be quite the visual treat. In fact, this is the most colorful and flamboyant he’s ever been as a filmmaker.

If you’re not familiar with the film, Gods of Egypt stars Gerard Butler as Set, the cruel god who ushered in an age of darkness after usurping the throne. When the young mortal Bek (Brenton Thwaites) enlists the help of another powerful god, Horus (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), they lead a rebellion to overthrow the merciless king. The film also stars Elodie YungAbbey LeeGeoffrey RushChadwick Boseman, and Courtney Eaton.

Check out the exclusive TV spot and poster below.


 

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Here’s the official synopsis for Gods of Egypt:

Magic, monsters, gods and madness reign throughout the palaces and pyramids of the Nile River Valley in this action-adventure inspired by the classic mythology of Egypt.  With the survival of mankind hanging in the balance, an unexpected hero takes a thrilling journey to save the world and rescue his true love.  Set (Gerard Butler), the merciless god of darkness, has usurped Egypt’s throne, plunging the once peaceful and prosperous empire into chaos and conflict.  With only a handful of heroic rebels opposing Set’s savage rule, Bek (Brenton Thwaites), a bold and defiant mortal, enlists the aid of powerful god Horus (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) in an unlikely alliance against the evil overlord.  As their breathtaking battle against Set and his henchmen take them into the afterlife and across the heavens, both god and mortal must pass tests of courage and sacrifice if they hope to prevail in the spectacular final confrontation.