“Conan the Barbarian” is a thunderous, visceral re-imagining of the classic Sword and Sorcery hero that pays homage to the pulp roots of the character while infusing the epic fantasy adventure with a bold, contemporary sensibility. Directed by Marcus Nispel with a keen eye for stark, gritty visuals and bone-crunching action set pieces, the film follows the journey of Conan, a young Cimmerian warrior whose thirst for vengeance against the warlord who murdered his father leads him on a quest through a fantastical world of sorcery, treachery, and brutal hand-to-hand combat.
Anchored by a towering, physically-imposing performance from Jason Momoa in the title role, “Conan the Barbarian” is a muscular, uncompromising thrill ride that seamlessly blends the pulp origins of the character with stunning visual effects, graphic violence, and a rousing, larger-than-life sensibility that will satisfy fans of the genre and newcomers alike.
