Watch The Navigator

The movie The Navigator is a 1988 science fiction film directed by Vincent Ward. The movie is set in the medieval times and follows Griffin, a young boy from a small village in the 14th century, who has a recurring dream about drowning. Meanwhile, the Black Death pandemic sweeps through Europe, killing thousands of people, including the villagers of Griffin's hometown. In an attempt to save the remaining people of his village, Griffin and his friend assume a vision that they are to travel to the end of the world to save them.

Griffin's dream, which he shared with his friend Connor, becomes the driving force of the story. The two boys, who have been chosen to travel to the end of the world, follow a mystical path that takes them underground through a network of tunnels to the modern-day streets of New Zealand. They become confused and scared of the modern world that they find themselves in, and they struggle to understand how they ended up there.

Griffin and Connor encounter a group of homeless people who take pity on them and offer them shelter. The boys are confused by the new environment, but they start to adapt to it. Meanwhile, their families back in the medieval world are trying to find them through a series of visions revealed by a blind girl in their village. Their journey to find Griffin and Connor takes them to the church and then to the grave of a mystical saint who they believe can help them.

The story takes a sharp turn when the boys realize that if they don't find their way back to their own time, they will never see their families again. They embark on a journey to reconcile their new world with the one they left behind. They visit the Auckland Tower, climb to the top, and get a glimpse of the ocean stretching out before them. They steal food from a supermarket, and they make friends with a kindly old man in the park who they learn hitchhiked from Europe.

As the boys become more acclimated to the modern world, they develop a deeper understanding of its workings. They venture further into the city and explore different technologies, including cars and televisions. Despite the initial fear, confusion, and bewilderment, they become more and more comfortable in their new surroundings.

As they journey back to their own time, the boys encounter a series of challenges that test their courage and their faith in their cause. They must navigate various time periods and unique challenges, including a treacherous sea voyage, disease, and murder. Through all of their trials and tribulations, they must remember that their ultimate goal is to return to their families and prevent them from dying in the Black Death.

The Navigator is an epic tale of adventure, self-discovery, and coming of age. The story is full of drama, tension, and excitement. It is a dazzling work of art that offers a unique perspective on time travel, history, and humanity. It offers a captivating glimpse into the human experience and invites the viewer to contemplate their own understanding of the world around them. Vincent Ward's direction is masterful and uniquely captivating, and the performances by the actors are deeply moving and emotionally engaging.