Krull

Krull is a 1983 heroic fantasy film directed by Peter Yates and produced by Ron Silverman. Released by Columbia Pictures, it stars Ken Marshall as Prince Colwyn and Lysette Anthony as Princess Lyssa. One of the film's most distinguished features is a robust score by James Horner. The film is also notable for its early screen roles for the now-famous Irish actor Liam Neeson and Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane and for its surrealistic set design wit... more

Krull is a 1983 heroic fantasy film directed by Peter Yates and produced by Ron Silverman. Released by Columbia Pictures, it stars Ken Marshall as Prince Colwyn and Lysette Anthony as Princess Lyssa. One of the film's most distinguished features is a robust score by James Horner. The film is also notable for its early screen roles for the now-famous Irish actor Liam Neeson and Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane and for its surrealistic set design within the Black Fortress. The world of Krull is invaded by an evil alien entity known as The Beast and his army of Slayers, mindless cyborgs, who travel the galaxy in the mountain-like spaceship, the Black Fortress. Prince Colwyn and Princess Lyssa decide to marry and form an alliance between their rival kingdoms in the hope that together their combined forces will be strong enough to defeat the Beast and his armies. It was foretold that Lyssa, who has an ancient name, would bear a child destined to rule the galaxy. The Beast, intent on ensuring... less