Zorikan The Barbarian
Zorikan The Barbarian

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Zorikan The Barbarian

1964
Movie
88 min
Italian

A warrior of the Crusades helps in the Christians' fight against Islamic invaders.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Robert S. BakerGenres: Adventure, Fantasy, Action

Plot Summary

In the mythical land of Eldoria, the powerful warrior Zorikan must defend his kingdom from the evil sorceress Morgana. Morgana seeks to plunge Eldoria into eternal darkness by harnessing the power of an ancient artifact. Zorikan, with the help of his loyal companions, embarks on a perilous journey to retrieve a magical sword that can defeat Morgana and restore peace.

Critical Reception

Zorikan the Barbarian was a modest success in the peplum genre of the 1960s, praised for its action sequences and heroic lead but often criticized for its predictable plot and low budget. It gained a cult following over the years among fans of sword-and-sandal films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic sword fights and muscular hero.

  • Often seen as a typical, if somewhat formulaic, entry in the genre.

  • Production values are considered standard for its era and budget.

Google audience: Audience reception for Zorikan the Barbarian is generally positive among fans of classic barbarian films, who appreciate its straightforward action and escapism. Some viewers find the plot simplistic and the special effects dated.

Fun Fact

Gordon Mitchell, who played Zorikan, was an American actor who found significant success in Italian genre films during the 1960s and 70s, often appearing in sword-and-sandal epics and Spaghetti Westerns.

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