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You're Not A Fantasy Movie Fan If You Haven't Seen This Cheesy '80s Relic
The Barbarians: A cult favorite 1987 fantasy film by the Barbarian Brothers.
In brief
The Barbarians: A cult favorite 1987 fantasy film by the Barbarian Brothers. Ruggero Deodato's 1987 fantasy film The Barbarians, starring bodybuilders David and Peter Paul, became a cult classic for its low-budget silliness. Originally reported by SlashFilm.
The Barbarians
Ruggero Deodato's 1987 fantasy film The Barbarians stars bodybuilders David and Peter Paul.
Cannon Releasing Corporation
The film was released by Cannon Group, known for B-grade action films and ridiculous horror movies.
Conan the Barbarian Connection
The Barbarians ripped off the success of John Milius's 1982 Conan the Barbarian.
Barbarian Brothers' Background
David and Peter Paul were bodybuilders with acting experience in films like D.C. Cab and The Flamingo Kid.
The Plot
The twins escape Kadar's gladiatorial arena, find a thief, and seek revenge on the evil tyrant.
Cult Classic Status
The Barbarians became a cult favorite, turning the Pauls into legit cult stars.
He-Man Influence
The film is a live-action riff on the '80s cartoon series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe.
Later Films
The Pauls starred in Think Big (1990) and Double Trouble (1992), and had roles in Natural Born Killers.
Here's the gist
Ruggero Deodato's 1987 fantasy film The Barbarians, starring bodybuilders David and Peter Paul, became a cult classic for its low-budget silliness.
