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Samson
Samson is story that stars Dara Singh, Ameeta, Feroz Khan and many others. In this movie Dara Singh plays the mythological Samson character to the hilt as he must contend with a love starved princess and her all female warriors, a sorcerer and his magical dwarfs, a dinosaur sized lizard, and a rebel in love with a hand-maiden. How will the story unfold, how beautifully will it end. Watch as the climax reveals it all.
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Plot Summary
In ancient times, the Israelite hero Samson, blessed with superhuman strength by God, fights against the oppression of the Philistines. His life is marked by both heroic deeds and personal tragedy, particularly his love for Delilah, who ultimately betrays him.
Critical Reception
This Italian 'sword-and-sandal' epic, also known as 'Samson and the Giant of Babylon,' was a typical product of its era, aiming for spectacle and action. While not critically acclaimed, it found an audience for its portrayal of the biblical hero's exploits.
What Reviewers Say
Offers standard action sequences typical of the genre.
A straightforward adaptation of the biblical tale with a focus on Samson's physical prowess.
The production values are commensurate with low-budget epics of the 1960s.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but generally align with its status as a B-movie epic, appreciated by fans of the genre for its muscular hero and classic story.
Fun Fact
Brad Harris, who played Samson, was an American bodybuilder who found significant work in Italian cinema during the 1960s, starring in numerous peplum films.
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