I loved this movie, but I have no idea why.

Rating: 7/10 (11 June 1999)

Before I give my comments on this movie, let me set the record straight on one thing. This movie is silly, far fetched, the special effects can be seen as just being that: special effects. For that matter, the plot isn't that entirely deep or perfect by any means. But I had a great time watching it. What I enjoyed the most about this movie are the one-liners. They were clever, well-timed, and quite a few of them had me laughing loudly in the theater. The acting was over-the-top, and had more of a comic book feel with its wise-cracking, overly "dashing" hero, the damsel in continual distress and the weasly henchmen working to suit his best interests. This movie was filled with those kind of "adventure movie" stereotypes, and instead of being disgusted by these cliches, I found that it made this movie all that more fun. Anyone going to see this film thinking that this movie is going to be serious or scary is going to be sorely disappointed. (That doesn't mean that little kids should see this movie. It's mildly gory in an "Army of Darkness" sort of way.) However, people wanting to be amused by a fun movie that doesn't take itself too seriously will find the two hours enjoyable. I can't wait to see this on DVD.