Krull (1983)

In this episode of the "All 80s Movies Podcast", Bill Bant and Jason Masek discuss the 1983 sci-fi adventure movie 'Krull'. They share their earliest memories of the movie and their initial thoughts upon rewatching it. They highlight the positives and negatives of the film, including the music, costumes, scenery, and special effects. They also discuss the lack of character development and the unanswered questions in the story. Some favorite scenes mentioned include the opening battle sequence and the journey to the temple in the swamp. Bill and Jason discuss the sequence in the Great Swamp where Ergo, Twitch, Rell, and the Seer encounter slayers and the Cyclops comes to their rescue. They also talk about the scene with the Widow of the Web, where Ynyr undergoes a trial to obtain information about the Black Fortress. They highlight the bittersweet romance between Ynyr and the Widow and the cool effects of the spider. They also mention the lack of development for the Glaive and the underutilization of the Beast's powers. They raise questions about the lore and mythology of the film and the ease with which obstacles are overcome. In the final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the final fight scene, the role of the Cyclops, and the transformation of Ergo into a puppy. They also touch on the convenience of the fire mares and the lack of development for Princess Lyssa's character. The hosts share their thoughts on a potential reboot or sequel and give their ratings for the film.