The Revolt of the Barbarians
The Revolt of the Barbarians

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The Revolt of the Barbarians

1964
Movie
76 min
Italian

A roman consul is sent to Gaul to investigate the theft of gold shipments. He discovers that the gold is being stolen by a tribe of barbarians — whose leader is the governor of Gaul.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Giuseppe ColizziGenres: Adventure, Drama

Plot Summary

In ancient times, the Amazons, a tribe of fierce female warriors, are subjected to the cruel rule of the tyrannical King Mirko. When his forces raid their village and enslave their women, a brave Amazonian princess named Zira vows to lead her people in a rebellion. She rallies her sisters, trains them in combat, and embarks on a perilous journey to confront Mirko and reclaim their freedom.

Critical Reception

Information on critical reception for 'The Revolt of the Barbarians' is scarce. As a peplum film from the 1960s, it was often produced with a focus on spectacle rather than critical acclaim. Audience reception is similarly difficult to ascertain with precision due to limited historical data.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its primitive, raw action sequences and enthusiastic swordplay.

  • Noted for its attempts at epic scale within the limitations of its budget.

  • Often considered a typical example of the Italian 'sword-and-sandal' genre of its era.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but available comments often highlight its straightforward action and historical setting as appealing elements for fans of the peplum genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Yugoslavia, utilizing its landscapes to stand in for ancient settings, a common practice for Italian historical epics of this period to reduce production costs.

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