Conan the Barbarian (1982) - 4 stars out of 5 stars

Before Conan Arnold Schwarzenegger was a virtual unknown but he not only became a star he also revived the "sword and sorcery"as I call it,genre of films  including a sequel.There is also a remake that I have to see.However this is about this 1982 film that runs 129 minutes.The film stands up well over these years but its not for children.Sexual content.It is for those who like the tradition good vs evil storyline.Here is good,Conan,with a questionable past,vs pure evil in the form of James Earl Jones as Thulsa Doom  whom is not in that much of the film,but he sure commands it when he's in it, even as a really bad guy.The rest of the cast is good but i loved the small role by William Smith as Conan's Father. A veteran character actor that I like a lot.Also for fans who like to spot athletics in film roles,I give you Oakland Raider Ben Davidson as Rexor. Type casting?? Now some may say its a little corny,well,it is,thats why I took 1 star off.However its still a classic and a must see for film historical reference points,and just plain fun !!!! Trailer URL follows the pix and a IMDB summary below

The epic tale of child sold into slavery who grows into a man who seeks revenge against the warlord who massacred his tribe.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1XmZ9_ckdw