The Barbarians
Orphaned brothers Kutchek and Gore are adopted by a tribe led by Canary the owner of a powerful jewel. The evil Kadar wants both Canary and the jewel. Attacking the tribe he kidnaps Canary but the stone eludes him. The brothers are taken to be trained as gladiators and years later have grown to be VERY big. They escape and set off on a quest to find the jewel and rescue Canary.
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Plot Summary
Two orphaned barbarian brothers, Kutchek and Gore, are separated as children. Kutchek is raised by a king, while Gore is raised by a sorcerer. Years later, they reunite and embark on a quest to rescue their kidnapped lover and defeat the evil sorcerer who caused their separation.
Critical Reception
The Barbarians is generally regarded as a cult classic of the sword-and-sorcery genre, often noted for its over-the-top action, enthusiastic performances, and colorful aesthetic, despite its often-criticized plot and dialogue.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its energetic and often campy action sequences.
- Appreciated by fans of 1980s fantasy films for its nostalgic charm.
- Criticized for its weak plot and underdeveloped characters.
Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some finding it an entertaining and fun throwback to 80s fantasy, while others find it to be a low-budget, poorly executed film.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by Ruggero Deodato, who is also famous for directing the controversial film 'Cannibal Holocaust'.
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