★Rating 4,5

Netflix‘s latest release, “Damsel,” steals the spotlight as movie of the week. The dark fantasy narrative is led by the “Stranger Things” Millie Bobby Brown plays Princess Elodie, who, after accepting a marriage proposal, uncovers a twisted plot to settle a royal debt.

Now, faced with survival against both political machinations and a lurking dragon, Elodie must navigate a treacherous path to freedom.

The story unfolds centuries after the first king’s failed dragon attack. Elodie, daughter of Lord Bayford, reluctantly agrees to marry Prince Henry of Aurea to aid her impoverished people. The initial disinterest between Elodie and Henry evolves as they bond over shared dreams of travel. However, their union takes a dark turn during an ancient ritual, where Elodie is misled into becoming a sacrificial offering to the dragon.

Thrown into the dragon’s lair, Elodie discovers the truth behind a history of royal sacrifices. Armed with resilience and aided by glowing worms with healing properties, she embarks on a perilous journey, defying the odds of survival and forges an alliance with the once-feared dragon.

The climax of Damsel centers on Elodie exposing the Aureans’ deceit during a dramatic interruption of a royal wedding. Themes of betrayal, resilience, and redemption converge as Elodie, her sister Floria, and Lady Bayford sail home accompanied by the very dragon once seen as a threat.

Damsel offers a spellbinding fantasy experience on Netflix, blending elements of deception, survival, and unexpected alliances. One can even be reminded of Game of Thrones when peeping this movie. Millie Bobby Brown’s stellar performance, coupled with a plot full of twists, makes “Damsel” a must-watch for those seeking a fantasy adventure with a fiery twist.

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