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He‑Man film “Amos del Universo” draws mixed reviews

The new He‑Man movie, titled “Amos del Universo,” retells the origin of Prince Adam, a ten‑year‑old prince from Eternia who crashes on Earth, loses his magical Power Sword and later seeks to recover it to defend his home from Skeletor. Directed by Travis Knight, the film stars Nicholas Galitzine as Adam/He‑Man and Jared Leto as the villain Skeletor. Reviewers note that the story follows familiar 80s‑era fantasy formulas, with predictable plot points, generic dialogue and an overreliance on clichés. While the production design, costumes and special effects receive some praise, critics describe the script as shallow, the characters as under‑developed, and the attempts at modern inclusivity as forced. Overall, the film is seen as a mediocre attempt to revive the classic Mattel toy franchise, lacking the depth and excitement of the original animated series.