In a mythical kingdom, the evil sorceress Queen Bavmorda (Jean Marsh) plots to kill all infants so that the new born princess, Elora, will never take over the throne. But a midwife set the baby adrift in a river, and she is rescued by Willow, a farmer in Nelwyn, a peaceful village of trolls, faries, and little folk. Willow and Madmartigan begin a quest to deliver the baby from evil while being chased by Queen Bavmorda's Daughter, Sorsha (Joanne Whalley) sent to bring the baby back to Nockmaar.
In this quest fantasy, a timid yet valiant Halfling is entrusted with delivering a royal infant from evil. His journey is often dangerous and sometimes comical as he meets up with some colorful characters along the way. Academy Award Nominations: Best Sound Effects Editing, Best Visual Effects.
Based on a story by STAR WARS creator George Lucas, WILLOW is director Ron Howard's fantasy world of medieval adventure. WILLOW stars Val Kilmer as Madmartigan, a swashbuckling warrior, and Warwick Davis as the title character. In a mythical kingdom, the evil sorceress Queen Bavmorda (Jean Marsh) plots to kill all infants so that the newborn princess, Elora, will never take over the throne. But a midwife sets the baby adrift in a river, and she is rescued by Willow, a farmer in Nelwyn, a peaceful village of trolls, fairies, and little folk. Willow and Madmartigan begin a quest to deliver the baby from evil while being chased by Queen Bavmorda's daughter, Sorsha (Joanne Whalley), sent to bring the baby back to Nockmaar. Director Howard benefited from his affiliation with George Lucas on the film--Lucas's company, Industrial Light and Magic, contributed the Oscar-nominated special effects. Lucas, the executive producer of WILLOW, went on to create a series of books based on the world of WILLOW, the SHADOW WAR series.
Filmed on location in England, Wales, and New Zealand.
Willow Reviews:
"...A perfectly agreeable tale of magic....It leaves a friendly glow and a sense of a magical world lovingly evoked..."
-- Sheila Benson, Los Angeles Times
still great still a great kids movie. Looks great and sounds great. Submitted by strgchd1 (ME usa) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 2 of 2 found this helpful.
Excellent...!!!, We can repeat 1, 2, 3 ...times. Very Good. Excellent...!!!, We can repeat with my family 1, 2, 3 ...times. Very Good.
Best Regards,
Mario.- Submitted by mordonezt (Memphis, TN, USA.) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Fantasy at it's best! Excellant story line with plenty of action to satisfy.
Comedy at it's best with some drama thrown in, magic and monsters, what better format for a fantasy film!
A film worth watching again and again, fun for the whole family! Submitted by eagle (New Zealand) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Modern "Classic" on DVD at last While not exactly at the cutting edge of special effects today, Willow was right up there when it was made in 1988, and subsequently I thought at the time it was better than sliced bread, seeing it numerous times at the cinema before the end of its run.
An action packed medieval story line, where the Nelwin (Dwarf) Willow, is thrust into being an unlikely hero, in the protection of a baby who is prophesised to bring about the downfall of the evil Queen Bavmorda.
Willow has always been one of my favourites, and to have it released in the clarity of DVD format, is a real Buzz. I highly recommend anyone who has enjoyed the first "Lord of the Rings" movie to give Willow a try if you have not seen it before.
Starring Warwick Davis (Willow), Joanne Whalley, and a great swashbuckling performance by a younger Val Kilmer (before he became a self centered, stuck up snob). Directed by Ron Howard, Story by George Lucas, and Music by James Horner.
(PS - Soundtrack is awesome by the way!) Submitted by a reviewer (Adelaide, South Australia) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Wonderfuly Entertaining A masterpice, well writen and Directed
An adventure for the hole family, time honered with a upbeat musical sound tract
beautify composed and orchestrated! Submitted by a reviewer (Dekalb,MS,USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Region 1 Keep Case - Checkpoint Single Side - Dual Layer Special Edition Anamorphic Widescreen - 2.35 Full Frame - 1.33 Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - English, Spanish THX-Enhanced Additional Release Material: Audio Commentary: Ron Howard - Director; Warwick Davis - Star Behind the Scenes:
1. MAKING OF A LEGEND 2. Effects Documentary Trailers:
1. Theatrical Trailer 2. TV Spots Text/Photo Galleries: Stills/Photos
still great
Modern "Classic" on DVD at last
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