Witcher: The Last Wish, The

This was a HUGE step up from the way it was presented on Netflix. I've wanted to re-watch it multiple times but I just couldn't bring myself to because of the amount of bloat and how it never felt like Geralt was the main character (and that problem got so much worse as the show went on!) I also couldn't stand how confusing it was the way it jumped all over time and it was pretty much impossible to tell when we were in the timeline.

This edit improves the flow of the story immensely and makes Geralt truly front and center like he should have been from the very beginning!

This edit has been crafted with care and is a big improvement of the vanilla version. Its a shame that Netflix wasted the golden opportunity they had.

Definitely recommend this!

When Netflix adapted Sapkowski's renown fantasy series, The Witcher, Netflix should have had a slam dunk of their hands. With Netflix money, the Authors blessing and a passionate and charismatic lead in Henry Cavil, the sky was the limit. Sadly, the series was a colossal flop. While Henry Cavils delivered and inspired performance as Geralt that was universally loved, the poor writing, lack of respect for the material and pretentious editing was enough to drive away even the most desperate fan.

Luckily, that's where Gieferg steps in. This edit seeks to make The Witcher a much more focused and enjoyable experience. The Last Wish follows Geralt of Rivia as he goes on a series of exploits that stand as a remarkable step up from the original Netflix series, as it focuses on the one thing that really worked, Henry Cavil's Geralt. Ciri and Jen both take a back seat in this edit and the pacing is remarkably improved for it, as it feels as if there is no tedium or fat and this makes it remarkably exciting compared to the original. There is a clever use of remastered music in this edit, which I feel could have been dialed back during the first act of the film, but in act two onwards Gieferg really hits his stride and I was genuinely excited for what would happen next in this edit of the show.

If you were remarkably disappointed in the original but liked Cavil's portrayal, this is an absolute must watch. Its such a shame the original wasn't this well put together but at least you; should you choose to watch The Last Wish; will have seen this great film.

This edit makes The Witcher much more watchable. Not having multiple timelines and story lines is really the key. It does follow the book pretty well, as I remember it. The Last Wish is a bit more monster of the week and I think this is a good thing. As an intro to Geralt, it shows what his life is about and doesn't focus on Ciri, Jen or others much. It does strengthen Renfy and Dandelion's roles, as another reviewer said. This helps level out the pace and allows the story to grow into the next edits that Gieferg has done. I do think there could be chapter transitions or something to let you know that you've gone from one story to the next. The edit works as a movie but it's definitely a multi chapter one. I didn't have an issue with the music and integrating the music from the game was a good idea. Thank you, Gieferg.

Will review this based on enjoying this cut from bringing the content available into a Witcher movie as that is what Gieferg was aiming for.

All is well put together from using right scenes available and music score to underline the movie. The movie keeps getting better as you move along. Not sure if that is because of the cuts or the story line with scenes available. Really enjoyed this and the next cut he did.

Really wrapped the story into a nicer flow and to the point story of the Witcher that the seasons seem to have a hard time with. Can say same of next cut.

If you are new to Witcher or not seen seasons, these cuts done by Gieferg is highly recommended and enjoyable. Great way to review past seasons if you have watched the The Witcher Seasons. Thank you Gieferg.

With Henry Cavills recent departure, I thought I would look and see if anyone had made a fan edit that makes it closer to what the books present. Even though I haven't read them, its nice to watch a two and a half hour movie that focuses on Geralt instead of going all over the place in different timelines. Everything was mostly cut together seamlessly and the pacing felt right. I only notice two things and have a major gripe with the edit.

28:53 some weird color pallet change in the middle of the fight.

1:31:30 Cuts feel a bit jarring.

Then my major gripe with this edit is there is too much music. None of it bad but there needs to be some air for scenes to breathe. I constantly was annoyed that there was a music track in 95% of the scenes in the film. I remember two instances where there was no music and I felt I could breathe a bit. I love that the author is including music from the games as it fits well in this edit especially the fight scenes. But maybe remove tracks at certain points to help let the ambience carry the scene say during slower paced scenes of dialogue.

Examples 1:31:30 good music placement 2:02:26 Love how the music cuts off here though.

Overall though, definitely worth a watch even with the large amount of music present.