Review of Willow (1988) by Ryan V — 14 Aug 2012
A run-of-the-mill fantasy world is threatened by the evil of a powerful witch queen (Jean Marsh). A newborn infant, prophesized to end her wickedness, is entrusted to the care of a gnome named Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis).
Banded together with a crew of misfits (Including Val Kilmer as a buffoonish swordsman), Willow goes on an epic quest in order to ensure the miracle child's safety. I probably would've loved this movie had I seen it as a kid, but as an adult I have a hard time getting past the stale humor and Kilmer's nonstop hamming.
At the same time, decent special effects and an endearing performance from Davis makes Willow a reasonably entertaining way to spend two hours.
This review of Willow (1988) was written by Ryan V on 14 Aug 2012.
Willow has generally received positive reviews.
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