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Plot

Set in an early medieval period, this swashbuckling costume drama pits Christian knights against infidels in an imaginary holy war, and what is more astounding and a tribute to the Italian love of amore, is that the commanders from each side fall in love with "enemy" women and decide to call it a day, pack in their arms, and go off to do better things. Ruggero (Ronn Moss) leads the infidels in some of the best-looking armor this side of Armani, and Rolando (Rick Edwards) is at the forefront of the Christian knights. One of the knights is a misnomer -- he is actually a she, Bradamante (Barbara De Rossi), and when she sees the well-clad Ruggero, she agrees to hand over his sister Isabella (Tanya Roberts) just to get in his good graces. These four protagonists go through a series of adventures and misadventures in a gorgeous setting of Byzantine castles, mountain canyons, and dark forests, all complemented by aesthetic, inventive sets and creative costuming.
MPAA Rating:
Genre(s):
Drama,Romance
Run Time:
98min.
Director(s):
Giacomo Battiato
Starring:
Rick Edwards , Ronn Moss , Barbara de Rossi , Tanya Roberts , Zeudi Araya
Tone:
Atmospheric,Lavish,Passionate,Elegant
Keywords:
Moor,crusade,desert,enemy,fantasy,kidnapping,love,princess,warrior
Country of Origin:
Italy (10-21-1983)