I just loved this film from the moment I saw it way back when....
It's a great action, humourous, fun, magical film if ever there was one.
Mark Singer was in great shape for this movie, charging around with some of the most loveable animals you can imagine. Two ferrets who were excellent little actors, stealing anything they could get their paws on and a fabulous black tiger (really unusual) as Dar's strength. Also a beautiful eagle who sends images to him as it flies ahead of him as he roves across the barren rocky landscapes.
Rip Torn played his evil character brilliantly and I just couldn't wait to see him meet a nasty end.
Tanya Roberts also played her part well. Quite the little lost slave girl who Marc was unable to resist.
He played Dar, the unborn child taken from his mother's womb and raised by a self appointed guardian as his own son. It was evident from the start that he had special gifts, understanding animals, and it was for me, this that kept the movie alive.
I think all of you who like legends and fairy tales with a bit of muscle thrown in for good measure will really enjoy this film. Direction and production excellent!