Time Bandits
| Time Bandits | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Terry Gilliam |
| Written by | Terry Gilliam, Michael Palin |
| Produced by | Terry Gilliam |
| Starring | Sean Connery, John Cleese, Shelley Duvall, Katherine Helmond, Ian Holm, Michael Palin, Ralph Richardson, Peter Vaughan, David Warner |
| Cinematography | Peter Biziou |
| Edited by | Julian Doyle |
| Music by | Mike Moran |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Avco Embassy Pictures |
Release date |
13, 1981 (UK) |
Running time | 116 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $5 million |
| Box office | $42.4 million |
Time Bandits is a 1981 British fantasy film directed by Terry Gilliam and co-written by Gilliam and Michael Palin. The film features a young boy named Kevin, who joins a group of six dwarfs on a time-traveling adventure to steal treasures from various historical figures.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The story follows Kevin, an 11-year-old boy with a vivid imagination and a passion for history. One night, Kevin is unexpectedly visited by a group of six dwarfs: Randall, Fidgit, Strutter, Og, Wally, and Vermin. The dwarfs have stolen a map from the Supreme Being that shows holes in the fabric of time, allowing them to travel through different historical periods and steal treasures.
Kevin and the dwarfs embark on a series of adventures, encountering various historical and mythical figures, including Napoleon Bonaparte, Robin Hood, King Agamemnon, and others. They also face the evil sorcerer, Evil Genius, who seeks to obtain the map for his own nefarious purposes.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Sean Connery as King Agamemnon / Fireman
- John Cleese as Robin Hood
- Shelley Duvall as Pansy
- Katherine Helmond as Mrs. Ogre
- Ian Holm as Napoleon Bonaparte
- Michael Palin as Vincent
- Ralph Richardson as Supreme Being
- Peter Vaughan as Winston the Ogre
- David Warner as Evil Genius
Production[edit | edit source]
The film was produced by HandMade Films, a company co-founded by former Beatles member George Harrison. Harrison also contributed to the film's soundtrack. The film's budget was relatively modest at $5 million, but it went on to gross over $42 million worldwide.
Reception[edit | edit source]
Time Bandits received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its imaginative story, unique visual style, and the performances of its cast. The film has since become a cult classic and is considered one of Terry Gilliam's best works.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Time Bandits has influenced various other works in the fantasy genre and remains a beloved film among fans of Terry Gilliam's work. It has been released on various home media formats and continues to be celebrated for its creativity and originality.
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External links[edit | edit source]
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