Trailer review: Exodus -- Gods and Kings will be spectacular

It is one of the most keenly awaited films this year, and if the trailer of Ridley Scott's latest directorial venture Exodus: Gods and Kings is any indication, this one sure promises to be the most talked about films from Hollywood for a long time.

Updated on: Jul 10, 2014, 15:22:23 IST

Hindustan Times | By Soumya Srivastava, New Delhi

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It is one of the most keenly awaited films this year, and if the trailer (which has been leaked online and is easily available on Youtube) of

Ridley Scott's

latest directorial venture Exodus: Gods and Kings is any indication, this one sure promises to be the most talked about films from Hollywood for a long time. The movie stars The Dark Knight star

Christian Bale

as Moses and Joel Edgerton as Egyptian Pharaoh Ramses II.

Scott seems to be playing more on human emotions, those between Moses and the Pharaoh, in this adaptation of Bible's Book of Exodus, rather than relying on grandiose or the scale of the event. However, he has not ignored them completely: the special effects (of the rising sea with a horse turning around to run away from it) is absolutely stunning and awesome.

Both the lead actors look their respective parts: Bale with his armour and thick beard (though we expected free-flowing white robes and whiter beard), and Joel with his bald head and golden clothes (remember Xerxes from 300?).

We have one confusion though. In the Book of Exodus, we read that baby Moses was kept hidden from the evil Pharaoh, and the king went on a killing spree for the Hebrew firstborns. He returns to Egypt as a messenger of God to warn the king of the ten deadly plagues: bloody river, dying fish, locusts, frogs, storms of fire, death of first borns and other curses if he didn't release the Israelites.

In the movie, however, the two (Moses and the Pharaoh) are shown as long-lost friends ("when I look at you, I still see the two boys who grew up together"). The mystery is deep. Guess we will have to wait till the movie releases in December to figure out the answer.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Soumya Srivastava
Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.Read More

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