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The Sword and the Sorcerer

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The Sword and the Sorcerer
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R,1hr 40min
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1982
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Anchor Bay
Synopsis: This is an unusual entry in the knights-in-armor genre. Set in medieval England, the film follows the exploits of a young swordsman, Talon (Lee Horsley). Working as a mercenary knight, Talon possesses a unique three-bladed sword which fires its two extra blades when he touches a button. By chance, Talon learns that he is a prince who has forgotten his royal heritage. Using his sword and his wiles, he attempts to regain control of his kingdom, which has been taken over by a sadistic tyrannical knight ... Full Synopsis
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Many exploitation films tried to cash in on the success of Conan The Barbarian but The Sword And The Sorcerer might be the best of the bunch: not only does it deliver the expected barrage of sex and violence, it also captures the spirit of the pulp fiction that spawned Robert E. Howard's Conan stories. The script has a breathless, cliffhanger-driven feel that maintains an agreeably consistent flow ... Full Review
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