Liam Hemsworth's Regal Entrance, a Hairy Situation for The Witcher Fans
The fourth season of the beloved fantasy drama series, based on the popular book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, has finally arrived on Netflix. Unfortunately, fans will be forced to get accustomed to the fresh face of Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia, replacing Henry Cavill in the title role.
Hemsworth's portrayal is, undoubtedly, a significant departure from his predecessor's iconic performance. The Australian actor brings an unpolished charm to the character, one that borders on awkwardness at times. It's hard not to notice the marked difference in his charismatic presence, which often feels like he's struggling to fill Cavill's imposing shoes.
Geralt II's accent is another point of contention among fans, with some finding it gratingly inconsistent and poorly executed. The character's growling responses, akin to a wounded bear trying to communicate, are an attempt to compensate for the lack of emotional depth but ultimately fall flat.
The plot continues in much the same vein as previous seasons, with a delicate balance between Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer navigating the intricate world of politics and magic. The action scenes remain intense, if not particularly innovative, while the dialogue can be cringe-worthy at times.
Despite the uneven tone, which veers wildly between melodramatic solemnity and lighthearted absurdity, fans will still have to adjust to this new interpretation of their beloved hero. Will Hemsworth's Geralt resonate with audiences, or will it remain a misstep in an otherwise beloved franchise? Only time will tell.
For now, viewers can expect more of the same convoluted storylines, quirky supporting characters, and breathtaking scenery that has come to define The Witcher. As for Liam Hemsworth's performance, fans will need to weigh his unique take on Geralt against the high bar set by Henry Cavill.
The fourth season of the beloved fantasy drama series, based on the popular book series by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, has finally arrived on Netflix. Unfortunately, fans will be forced to get accustomed to the fresh face of Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia, replacing Henry Cavill in the title role.
Hemsworth's portrayal is, undoubtedly, a significant departure from his predecessor's iconic performance. The Australian actor brings an unpolished charm to the character, one that borders on awkwardness at times. It's hard not to notice the marked difference in his charismatic presence, which often feels like he's struggling to fill Cavill's imposing shoes.
Geralt II's accent is another point of contention among fans, with some finding it gratingly inconsistent and poorly executed. The character's growling responses, akin to a wounded bear trying to communicate, are an attempt to compensate for the lack of emotional depth but ultimately fall flat.
The plot continues in much the same vein as previous seasons, with a delicate balance between Geralt, Ciri, and Yennefer navigating the intricate world of politics and magic. The action scenes remain intense, if not particularly innovative, while the dialogue can be cringe-worthy at times.
Despite the uneven tone, which veers wildly between melodramatic solemnity and lighthearted absurdity, fans will still have to adjust to this new interpretation of their beloved hero. Will Hemsworth's Geralt resonate with audiences, or will it remain a misstep in an otherwise beloved franchise? Only time will tell.
For now, viewers can expect more of the same convoluted storylines, quirky supporting characters, and breathtaking scenery that has come to define The Witcher. As for Liam Hemsworth's performance, fans will need to weigh his unique take on Geralt against the high bar set by Henry Cavill.
like, I love Liam Hemsworth but he's definitely different from Henry Cavill, you know? I mean I can see why they replaced him but now that I think about it I kinda miss Cavill's Geralt 
. the accent thing is weird tho, I get that it's supposed to be a departure from Cavill's but like, can't he just stick to one tone or something? 
. To be honest, I'm kinda curious how it'll play out. I mean, Henry Cavill was iconic in the role, but at least he had a solid 2 seasons under his belt before leaving. Now we gotta wait and see if Hemsworth can bring something new to the table without feeling like he's trying too hard 
, but hey, maybe it'll surprise us all? Can't wait to binge this new season! 
i mean he has that unpolished charm but it feels like he's struggling to fill henry cavill's shoes 
i get that he's trying to compensate but still not sure about it 
. I mean, he's got a good face and all, but it just doesn't feel like the same guy as Henry Cavill, you know? Like, he's still got that whole 'tortured soul' vibe going on, but it's just not as... polished? And don't even get me started on his accent 
. I'm no expert, but I thought Geralt was supposed to have this whole gruff, mysterious thing going on, and Liam's accent just doesn't quite fit the bill.
. He's got some great action scenes under his belt, so that's always a plus. And let's be real, he's got that whole 'bad boy' thing going on, which might actually work for Geralt in certain situations 
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. Maybe we'll be surprised and he'll totally kill it as Geralt? Stranger things have happened, right? 
I'm kinda surprised he went with Liam instead of like a polish actor or someone with more experience playing fantasy roles. It feels like they're trying to shake things up but it just comes across as forced. The accent thing is weird, I get that he's gonna try something new but honestly it feels like they didn't even proofread properly. And yeah the action scenes are still lit but sometimes the drama gets a bit too over-the-top for me 
anyway i'm still kinda excited about the new season cuz ciri and yennefer are back 
my fave part tho was when they were riding horses through the forest 
and i was literally screaming at the screen "LET THEM RIDE FASTER" 
what do u guys think? should we just accept it as a weird part of the show or am i being too harsh 
! I mean, I loved Henry Cavill as Geralt, he was just so iconic and charismatic 
. But Liam Hemsworth is like a completely different actor 
. His accent is all over the place and it's hard to take him seriously 
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