Slave. Barbarian. Warrior. Thief... Conan.

Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Earl Jones, Sandahl Bergman, Ben Davidson, Cassandra Gaviola, Gerry Lopez, Mako, Valerie Quennessen, William Smith, Max von Sydow

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ - good

"Crom, all that matters is that today, two stood against many. Valor pleases you, so grant me this one request. Grant me revenge! And if you do not listen, to HELL with you!" – Conan

Why watch this? It's a sprawling adventure in a world where swords and wizards rule.

Plot Summary: Young Conan witnesses the horrific massacre of his village and the death of his parents at the hands of a snake cult leader named Thulsa Doom. He endures years of harsh slavery and training, growing into a powerful warrior consumed by a desire for revenge. Seeking vengeance, Conan embarks on a dangerous quest across the Hyborian Age, encountering allies and confronting the evil forces led by Doom.

Dad's Preview: As a fan of the paperback Conan books, I long craved a Conan film. Then came this big Milius/De Laurentiis production featuring the physically unmatched Arnold Schwarzenegger. What could go wrong? First, there is a lot that is very RIGHT. We are transported to Conan's Hyborean age. The plot and fight scenes are great. However, the filmmakers simply missed the true nature of Conan; how he is portrayed from the written page, including Marvels comic books. It's a nit thing, but it will forever bug me.

Dino De Laurentiis Corporation; Universal Pictures