Troll

A menacing wizard named Malcolm transforms himself into a troll and begins a campaign of terror. He targets a young family, particularly their daughter, April, who is unknowingly carrying a magical ring. The wizard's ultimate goal is to use the ring to open a gateway to the land of trolls and unleash their evil upon the world. Aided by a mystical woodsman and a fairy, April must find the strength within herself to stop Malcolm's nefarious plans.

Troll is a cult classic horror film often remembered for its imaginative premise and creature effects, despite being hampered by a low budget and a somewhat campy tone. It garnered a dedicated following among fans of 1980s fantasy horror.

• Praised for its creative creature design and ambitious fantasy elements.

• Criticized for its inconsistent tone, ranging from genuinely scary to unintentionally humorous.

• Considered a memorable entry in the 1980s direct-to-video horror scene.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's nostalgic appeal and memorable troll characters, though many acknowledge its low-budget production values and sometimes questionable acting.

The film famously features a young Jennifer Connell, who later became a child actor under the name Jenny Beck, playing the pivotal role of April. The creature effects were handled by the then-up-and-coming Robert Kurtzman and a young Greg Nicotero.