The film “Arthur,” sometimes referred to as “Wart,” centers around a young stable boy who dreams of becoming a squire to a brave knight. Those aspirations are disrupted when he unexpectedly meets Merlin in the woods and becomes the wizard’s pupil. The older man, though somewhat eccentric, recognizes the boy's destiny and is set on preparing him for it. What follows isn't really an Arthurian story; instead, it's a col…

It’s an okay film; I doubt I’ll revisit it, and I can’t really suggest it to anyone. I had forgotten about this movie until recently, and now I recall why. There's nothing compelling enough to warrant a return viewing. The magical elements are entertaining, the animal sequences are charming, and it offers a pleasant reminder of our advantages as people; however, I feel genuinely sorry for that squirrel’s experienc…