- Genre
- Adventure
- Year
- 1964
- Runtime
- 1h40
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Hercules, Prisoner of Evil
Strength and valor clash in a legendary ancient battle!
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Synopsis
Hercules, Prisoner of Evil, originally titled Ursus, il terrore dei kirghisi, is a 1964 Italian sword-and-sandal adventure film starring Reg Park as the mighty Hercules (portrayed as Ursus here). The story follows the heroic Ursus who confronts threats from barbarian tribes intent on invading his land. Combining elements of myth and historic fantasy, the film features epic battles, feats of great strength, and a classic tale of good versus evil. The visual spectacle is marked by period-appropriate sets and costumes that capture the spirit of peplum cinema of the 1960s, offering fans of the genre a nostalgic and action-filled journey.
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Reviews
Critics have generally regarded Hercules, Prisoner of Evil as a modest entry within the peplum (sword-and-sandal) genre, capturing the era’s style but offering little innovation. On IMDb, the film holds a rating of 4.4/10, reflecting a mixed to negative reception from audiences who commonly cite its predictable plot and weaker production values compared to contemporaries. Reviewers highlight Reg Park's physicality and charisma as strong points, noting his suitability for the Hercules-like role, but suggest that the film’s pacing and dialogue are often lacking. The lack of widespread coverage on aggregator sites like Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic leaves professional critic consensus limited; however, retrospective reviews on niche classic film forums appreciate the movie for its campy charm and nostalgic appeal to sword-and-sandal aficionados. Overall, the film is seen as entertaining for genre enthusiasts but unlikely to satisfy viewers seeking more polished or groundbreaking storytelling.
