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Steven Kostanski's Deathstalker remake is a curious beast: it's watchable, even occasionally entertaining, but it never quite captures the gloriously cheesy spirit of the 80s originals.

The plot is standard sword-and-sorcery fare... hero collects magical MacGuffins, battles monsters, rescues a princess... but the execution is oddly restrained.

Daniel Bernhardt's Deathstalker is a stoic, muscle-bound hero, but he lacks the swagger or absurdity that made the original films so memorably ridiculous.

The practical effects and creature designs are the film's highlights, offering a tactile, gory charm that's rare in modern fantasy.

The action is competent, but it's missing the wild, anything-goes energy that defined the genre's golden age. Patton Oswalt's comedic moments are a bright spot, but they're too few and far between to elevate the film beyond its middling tone.

Ultimately, Deathstalker feels like a missed opportunity. It's too polished to be a true B-movie, but not ambitious enough to stand out as a genuine fantasy epic. The result is a film that's neither bad nor particularly good - just a forgettable, if occasionally fun, diversion.

5/10: A watchable but disappointingly tame remake that lacks the cheesy thrills of its predecessors.

No pun intended - bring back the 80s ... or something along those lines! You may have seen the original - not really needed to enjoy this one. But if you have, you probably know this is quite out there ... we are talking not just B-movie, but really cheap and in the case of the remake: quite bloody (violent).

Also the movie only seems to be using practical effects! With nods to Harryhausen (actually a fight is directly dedicated to him, even without a mention, but you have seen those warriors before - well if you've seen Harryhausen movies that is of course) and many more.

This is insane in the best way possible and so over the top it reaches all around to the other side. No notable nudity (if you discount the male main character that is) in case that interests you, but plenty of great creatures without clothes (or monsters as some might call them).

The director has done horror movies that are quite experimental and really vivid when it comes to violence and such ... so don't be too sensitive about that ... or any dialog that might feel really bad ... it is meant to be that way! As is our main character whom you may recognize - who knew he had such a great charismatic lead inside him? And outside too of course.

Deathstalker is pretty stupid but fun: It's kind of a mix of Xena and Hercules (fantasy setting, quest, humor) spiced up with a good dose of gore 'n' splatter. The production is not bad for a B-movie; the cast looks like they are having fun. The gory moments are great fun too. So, if you like sword 'n' magic flicks and you like splatter, you get an entertaining cheesy piece of cake. No doubt, only a special breed of audience will get this one, but if you belong to that family, you will find some fun and entertainment. My rate: five overall, one bonus for the effects.

I've seen the original and all the other franchise movies, and I'd been waiting for this one. I honestly can't say how much I surprisingly loved it. I'm also a big fan of Evil Dead, and to be honest, this gave me the same vibe. The practical effects, the silliness, the music score, and that 80s feel; I really dug it. The original had a lot of sexism, exploitation, and nudity - not that I'm totally against all of that in movies - but this one had none of it. When the female lead showed up, I was honestly expecting some, but there was nothing. Also, I can't believe Daniel is 60 years old; he looks fantastic. If you get the chance, go see it!

Went to the cinema expecting a simple movie with great looking monsters and scenery. Wasn't disappointed. Surprisingly fun to watch even though I had no familiarity with the genre! The movie does not take itself seriously and I think that is just right. In one scene there are giants in the background hitting each other in the balls while the main characters discuss stuff. Just my kind of humor! The only thing I would have liked more would be more fighting scenes since the main actor is a kickass swordsman and martial artist.