Review of Willow (1988) by Alex R — 21 Jan 2011

Considering that Cocoon was Ron Howards worst film, I was pretty apprehensive to watch Willow. I had seen it when I was young, and didn't remember if it was good or not. I re watched it recently, and quite liked it.

However the film has come under attack due to the fact that it was produced by George Lucas, and he basically created an earthly version of Star Wars in a medieval era. I saw a few similar elements, but nothing really to freak out about.

As I've mentioned, Cocoon was Ron Howards worst film, and this was his folllow up film to Cocoon. Howard has redeemed himself and has crafted an enjoyable fantasy film. The Story is set around a dwarf named Willow who must protect a baby from an evil queen.

Willow sets out on a journey to return the baby to its rightful owner, and along the way he meets Madmartigan (Val Kilmer). Both set out on a great adventure to protect the baby. Willow is not a perfect film, but for what it's worth, it's a pretty good fantasy film that really the whole family can love.

The film has enough action, comedy and thrills to satisfy fantasy fans. Though predictable, the film doesn't shy away from being fun. Willow is good entertainment, and definitely redeems Ron Howards from his previous work, Cocoon.

So if you like these types of films of swords, sorcery and magic, give this film a shot.