Yes, the old baron himself. He is not taken seriously, because everybody knows he is a made up figure. And, oh yes, they are OLD by now, and he find them all in strange places. He is accompanied by a small girl. I really like the things that are so fantastic that they are almost impossible.
Many parts are very funny, but there are a few dead spots, none very long though.
The central theme carries through very well, but the film as a whole is slightly disjointed, partly because it is divided into episodes with very little continuity. I can recommend it to those who like fantastic movies or Terry Gilliam.