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The Beastmaster

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The Beastmaster
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NR,1hr 58min
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1982
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Anchor Bay
Synopsis: This low-budget entry into the sword-and-sorcery cycle of the early '80s wasn't successful during its initial release, but has steadily built a strong cult following over the years. The Beastmaster tells the story of Dar (Marc Singer), the son of a king who was stolen from his mother's womb by a witch under the command of vicious sorcerer Maax (Rip Torn). A poor villager saves Dar from being sacrificed and raises him as his own son, teaching Dar how to fight and witnessing the boy's ability to telepathically ... Full Synopsis
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Don Coscarelli's follow-up to his horror hit Phantasm lacks the polish and consistency to reach the epic heights it aspires to, but still has plenty to offer the cult film fanatic. The script often lacks coherence (just how does Maax's witch sneak into the king's chamber?) but moves at a breathless pace that delivers plenty of action and all the necessary ingredients of a good pulp adventure: a stoic ... Full Review
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