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Shout Factory | 1985 | 72 min | Rated R | Mar 30, 2021
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Codec: MPEG-4 AVC Resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1 Original aspect ratio: 1.85:1
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English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono (48kHz, 24-bit)
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono (48kHz, 24-bit)
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Subtitles
English Note: Set-up on disc...
English ( less) Note: Set-up on disc
Discs
Blu-ray Disc Single disc (1 BD-50)
Packaging
Inner print
Playback
2K Blu-ray: Region A (B, C untested)
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Movie rating
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6.1
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18 ratings.
Blu-ray review
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3.0 |
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Barbarian Queen (1985)
Barbarian Queen Blu-ray offers solid video and great audio in this fan-pleasing Blu-ray release
Set during the days of the Roman Empire. A simple village is raided by Roman troops and most of the people are whisked off to be slaves or killed. Three women survive and set off to liberate their people. When they arrive at the Roman city, they team up with the local underground to seek vengeance and liberation of the slaves. For more about Barbarian Queen and the Barbarian Queen Blu-ray release, see Barbarian Queen Blu-ray Review published by Brian Orndorf on April 4, 2021 where this Blu-ray release scored 3.5 out of 5. Director: Héctor Olivera
Starring: Dawn Dunlap, Lana Clarkson, Katt Shea, Frank Zagarino
Producer: Roger Corman
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Barbarian Queen Blu-ray Review
Reviewed by Brian Orndorf, April 4, 2021
Producer Roger Corman was never one to turn down a trend. For 1985's "Barbarian Queen," the idea was to ride the profitability of hits like "Conan the
Barbarian" and "The Sword and the Sorcerer," with Corman launching his own line of warrior epics, this time selecting a female lead to help change the
atmosphere of the picture. Star Lana Clarkson makes for an impressive hero in the feature, using her statuesque presence to liven up "Barbarian
Queen," which dreams of becoming a violent tale of revenge and rescue, but lacks the cash to do something hugely impressive, forcing director Hector
Olivera to scramble with limited resources.
On her wedding day, Amethea (Lana Clarkson) endures a raid on her village, with Lord Arrakur (Arman Chapman) killing most of the community,
collecting future groom Argan (Frank Zagarino) to train as a gladiator. Joined by a few survivors, including Estrild (Katt Shea), and her younger sister,
Taramis (Dawn Dunlap), Amethea swears revenge, working her way into Arrakur's kingdom, which contains the beginnings of a secret rebellion, rising
up to destroy evil.
"Barbarian Queen" is more effective in the open world, with the first half detailing Amethea's survivor experience and plans to go after Arrakur,
working through a land populated with groping bad guys. Olivera has more room to work with here, and the women-on-a-mission plot has movement,
giving Clarkson opportunities to pose for future custom van airbrushing art and swing a large sword, which she does convincingly, rising to the
challenge of screen heroism. However, "Barbarian Queen" can't remain outside for long, with the rest of the endeavor taking place inside Arrakur's
compound, replacing big action with smalls sets and Corman's sexploitation interests, giving the target demographic ample amounts of nudity and
predatory encounters, which improves the picture's marketplace appeal, but grinds the effort to a halt.
Barbarian Queen Blu-ray, Video Quality
The AVC encoded image (1.85:1 aspect ratio) presentation delivers an older scan of "Barbarian Queen," which remains appealing despite some
limitations. Colors are appreciable, capturing the greenery of the open world and costuming choices, which favor animal skins and dyed dresses, giving
the viewing experience more alert primaries. Clarkson's golden hair is a highlight, and skintones are natural. Detail is softer, but skin particulars are
acceptable, along with textured outfits. Distances are dimensional, along with fortress expanse. Delineation is tested with interiors, with some brief
solidification. Grain is reasonably resolved. Source is in good condition.
Barbarian Queen Blu-ray, Audio Quality
The 2.0 DTS-HD MA is primarily focused on dubbed dialogue exchanges, which handle loudly, securing the somewhat strange voices found in the
feature. Scoring supports with emphasis, providing decent instrumentation and position. Sound effects are appreciable, with the metallic clanging of
swords common, and battle zone commotion is distinct.
Barbarian Queen Blu-ray, Overall Score and Recommendation
"Barbarian Queen" is bookended by battle scenes, showcasing dozens of extras clanging swords and screaming, generating a level of low-budget chaos
that should be present throughout the entire film. Sadly, such excitement is limited in the picture, which doesn't have enough inspiration or cash to
offer a sustained level of adventure, even for a feature that's 72 minutes long. Still, there's Clarkson, who provides a terrific shot of screen authority (at
least by B-movie standards), making one wish she was a sole focus of "Barbarian Queen."
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