WILLOW (1988) Movie Reaction! | FIRST TIME WATCHING!

[@pedanticperson1149]

' It went away? "I dwell in darkness without you" and it went away?!' Always makes me smile.

[@martinbraun1211]

I highly recommend "The Neverending Story"!

[@nickperkins8477]

Yes. “The Neverending Story “ is arguably the best movie in the 1980’s fantasy movie boom. It is absolutely awesome.

[@BloodofaFool]

The actor who plays Willow, Warwick Davis, has had a long standing career in Hollywood. From the Leprechaun movies to Harry Potter. This movie always makes me then want to watch Labyrinth which I must recommend

[@UltimateGamerCC]

Labyrinth cant be recommended enough, absolute classic for the whole family.

[@StoryMing]

He also had parts in the Star Wars original trilogy, though it's hard to tell which because of the costumes (think he was an Ewok, for example)

[@UltimateGamerCC]

@@StoryMing Wicket, the one with Leia.

[@Tirnel_S]

Which Warwick Davis was in as well as a goblin, though I've never been able to figure out which one.

[@nickperkins8477]

Queen Bavmorda is played by an excellent British actress named Jean Marsh. Three years before Willow was released, Ms. Marsh had played the witch Mombi in the movie Return To Oz.

[@mena94x3]

That is _SUCH_ a cool (and cheesy) movie. Is more in the same vibe of the original story (vs. where The Wizard of Oz took it, which I love also, no hate there) and it does a good job of combining elements from the WoZ sequels The Marvelous Land of Oz and Ozma of Oz.

[@lotuswraith]

There is a deleted scene that helps to flush out why Sorsha turns. It turns out that Sorsha was actually the Princess of Tiras Lee and she stumbles across her father the king (frozen in stone) and realizes that Bav Morda probably didn't deserve her loyalty.

[@OGBReacts]

Y'know what? I wish they included that, because I feel that little extra bit would've been helpful for her character

[@UltimateGamerCC]

@@OGBReacts agreed, as is it made her look like that she turned on Bavmorda simply because she was in love with Mad Martigan, which "ok... fair enough" but i was never satisfied with that reason.

[@arisucheddar3097]

It would've also given her something to do there other than just standing still and staying at sexy Val Kilmer.

[@nickperkins8477]

This scene would have added drastically to the movie.

[@kateiannacone2698]

Agreed with all of you. I mean, not that I blame her for falling for Madmartigan... "Your touch is worth 100,000 deaths" is a line that would probably work on me, ngl...but it would be nice to have there be a bit more of a reason...especially since their relationship prior to this was based on beating each other up and taking each other prisoner. Edit: Oh, and love potions, which are pretty sketchy as a concept to begin with.

[@LordVolkov]

The old lady magic fight never fails to get a laugh out of me 🤣🤣🤣 Warwick Davis and Val Kilmer are great, the score is exceptional, and the brownies always amuse. For another early Val Kilmer - Real Genius.

[@OGBReacts]

YES the old lady fight is hysterical

[@jonaskane4363]

This one is a fun, low-key fantasy adventure. Always got a kick out of the brownies. There are sequel novels by Lucas and Chris Claremont as well. Also a new Disney+ series, which I'm looking forward to later this year. Also also, a couple of years ago my wife and I were at DisneyWorld for Christmas and Warwick Davis was the narrator for the Candlelight Processional that week. We saw him with his family at the Avatar land section of Animal Kingdom. I didn't approach him since he was on personal time, but if he had crossed my path in an aisle or something I don't think I would have been able to stop myself from saying 'Out of the way, peck!'. I'm a bad person.

[@stillhuntre55]

This is my all time favourite movie! I literally watched two copies on VHS until they wouldn't play anymore, then my husband got me the DVD with Warwick Davis's commentary - which I HIGHLY recommend! I could spout Willow trivia all day long, but I'll leave it at these: LOTR is an understandable reference as this was also filmed in New Zealand! A few years ago, Warwick Davis went to NZ on holiday with his wife and kids and happened to meet one of the twins who played the baby Elora Danon! The woman who played Willow's wife was a secretary who'd never acted before, and Warwick Davis's wife and father-in-law were both amongst the crowd when Willow brings the baby before the village council. Thank you for reacting to this wonderful movie! If I were to suggest another amazing movie (nothing like Willow) that often gets overlooked, it would be "Outlander". The one from 2008 with Jim Caviezel.

[@moonfisher]

I was 10 when this came out and had the action figures. It’s the reason I initially started reading fantasy books and got into The Hobbit around 11. It really helped shape me.

[@bethanythatsme]

Meee toooooo 🖤

[@EmilyKresl]

After watching I just need to say the evil queen was also in Return to Oz, so she literally haunts my nightmares 🤣

[@Rmlohner]

Perhaps the most notable thing about this movie is the unfortunately still rare appearance of dwarf actors playing actual full-blooded characters rather than just comic relief. While it's a bit eyebrow-raising that the Nelwyn are portrayed as a different species than humans, it's really not that different from their obvious inspirations in Tolkien's Hobbits, and I'm sure they all very much appreciated the chance to really show their acting ability. In particular, Billy Barty, who played the High Aldwin, was a lifelong advocate for people of non-average height to be treated with respect and dignity, and founded the non-profit organization Little People of America which provides them with support and resources.

[@StCerberusEngel]

Phil Fondacaro also has a lot of acting talent, but a lot of his roles never really gave him a chance to shine. I'm glad to have his autograph on a poster for this movie.

[@Angelicwings1]

Also note the most powerful beings in the movie were female. As someone who would have been under 4ft if doctors hadn't insisted on growth hormone injections it means alot to me to see smaller humans represented as well as women. Being small in a society that favours bigness is rough. We need more films like this.

[@chriskelly3481]

❤

[@Cameron5043]

My niece, who is a Little Person, tried out for this film when the casting call went out. But she was just a kid at the time, and I think she was just a little too young to be chosen. She has been active in the Little People of America organization most of her life!

[@StoryMing]

As much as I love Elijah Wood & Co., I was and am disappointed they did not cast Little People for the hobbits in Lord of the Rings.

[@Rmlohner]

There was actually quite a bit of backstory established for Sorsha that ended up getting cut, which probably would have helped your issues with her. Though it's also unfortunately easy to understand why it was cut, as it would have killed the light family mood the movie was going for: she's the product of Bavmorda forcing herself on a man from that kingdom she turned to stone.

[@UltimateGamerCC]

well guess she got him hard after all, BA DUM TISH!

[@davidlionheart2438]

I love "Willow" for many reasons, most especially because it so highly showcases the brilliant character actresses, Jean Marsh and Patricia Hayes, each in their best and most important film roles here.

[@shainewhite2781]

This is my sister's favorite movie!! There is even a Willow TV series in development on Disney plus, but it would never be the same, since Val Kilmer lost his voice to throat cancer. Also, RIP James Horner. He did music for this film and: TITANIC, ALIENS, AVATAR, An American Tail, An American Tail 2, KRULL, Casper, The Rocketeer, JUMANJI, Apollo 13, Ransom, 48 HRS, Another 48 HRS, Gorky Park, Bicentennial Man, Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Perfect Storm, Troy, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, The Land Before Time, RED HEAT, Commando, Star Trek 2: The Wrath Of Khan, Star Trek 3: The Search For Spock, A Beautiful Mind, BRAVEHEART, Glory, Courage Under Fire, Honey I Shrunk The Kids, The Amazing SPIDER MAN, Cocoon, Unlawful Entry, Thunderheart, Humanoids From The Deep, Battle Beyond The Stars, Wolfen, The Hand, Deadly Blessing, Patriot Games, Clear And Present Danger, and The Magnificent Seven.

[@bethanythatsme]

I love all the fantasy movies that fill my lil childhood heart with joy... Never Ending Story, Labyrinth, The Dark Crystal, Willow...the 80s were kinda rad sometimes 🖤

[@Rmlohner]

My favorite thing about this movie is that Elora ends up not being any kind of destined hero. She's only a catalyst to bring down Bavmorda while still a baby due to all the people who come to care for her, and probably nothing would have happened if the prophecy had never been made in the first place.

[@mena94x3]

So many other great suggestions in the comments . . . Felt I should add: - Something Wicked this Way Comes - The Watcher in the Woods - The Dark Crystal - Enemy Mine - The Secret of Nimh - The Last Starfighter - Ladyhawke ….other suggestions I saw that I totally agree with: - The Princess Bride - Krull - Dragonslayer - Legend - Labyrinth

[@markcastellanet9672]

"no, you stupid hah!" Has to be one of the most badass lines in movie history considering the power imbalance.

[@nessaarandur7740]

This movie is such a great adventure and I loved that these actors of short stature actually got a chance to play main characters. I had such a crush on Val Kilmer because of this movie. He and the actor who played Sorsha actually got married after working on this film together.

[@beatmet2355]

Sorsha was quite attractive, too. 😉😂

[@michaelwardle7633]

I loved this movie as a kid. Jean Marsh had ridiculous presence, totally chewed up every scene as the evil Queen. It’s also pretty dark- like there’s legit blood magic and banishing babies to hell (aka cool shit from 80s movies).

[@Bfdidc]

Yes. She is great in this and has a long list of credits, including Dr Who, Return to Oz, and Upstairs Downstairs (where she was not only an actress but one of the show’s creators).

[@brigidtheirish]

Same! I didn't see it often, but it was such fun! Makes kids' movies today look tame.

[@nickperkins8477]

“Oh no, not an ostrich.” I absolutely agree with you. I have a bird phobia and ostriches fall right into it.

[@Eidlones]

I always thought it was nice that a bunch of dwarves (I believe that's the correct term lately) were able to get some good work at the beginning, and have a dwarf be the main character of a big adventure movie. It really doesn't happen, tho Peter Dinklage is starting to push that wall pretty heavily.

[@kayla_2985]

I love this movie! When I was around 9 or 10 I rented this movie and the labyrinth so much from our local video store the guy who ran it just gave them to me to keep😂

[@Natalie.Forestell]

Another childhood favourite. My sister and I loved watching it. Glad you reacted to this. There are so many films from the 80's to pick from!

[@biguy617]

I love this movie. Warwick Davis plays Willow. He also plays the main Ewok in Return of the Jedi and the Leprechaun in the Leprechaun horror movies. Val Kilmer is great in this movie. He made a documentary about his career in acting which is on Amazon Prime, Val.

[@chefskiss6179]

Another joyous reaction vid! I absolutely love this version of Hobbiton :)

[@michellepeters7066]

I would love to see You react to THE NEVERENDING STORY!

[@moonbrooke27]

Yes....

[@UltimateGamerCC]

this movie is my aunt's favorite and i enjoy it too, nowadays sadly little people dont get as much of an opportunity in Hollywood than they used to, Warwick Davis was Wicket the Ewok in Return of the Jedi, that's where he started and since then he's played an evil Leprechaun in the Leprechaun franchise as well as getting several small roles in the Harry Potter films.

[@chris...9497]

The one thing I have to say about Willow (which I saw 1st run in the theaters on the Big Screen and LOVED), is that most of the movers and shakers in this film were women. The Special One Foretold, the Bad Guy, the Good Sage, even Willow's wife (who saves the story before Willow can pass on it). The men are all 2nd string to the Bad Guy witch Queen and even her daughter is pretty hardcore. Strong women, all of them. And Willow is basically just obedient and lets the women lead. Love seeing Billy Barty again (he coordinated the casting of 150 Little People for the 1939 Wizard of Oz, though he himself was too young at the time to be hired himself). Billy also appeared in Legend. Lovely seeing Val Kilmer in his youth. 3 yrs after this film he played Jim Morrison. You should react to his autobiographical film Val.

[@karlajaeger2082]

Mr. Warwick has been in so many movies it's amazing. Key points, he was Wicket in return of the jedi, i think rise of Skywalker, the two ewok movies, and marvin in the passable film version of hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy.

[@wrazorleaf]

He also is multiple characters in the Harry Potter series. He's a wonderful person, and i love seeing him in stuff (I can always recognize his voice).

[@Angelicwings1]

I am so excited to see you look at this film! As someone under 5ft myself, and that was with doctor prescribed growth hormones, It really meant the world to see a small human star in the movie and be powerful.

[@OGBReacts]

100000% agreed! Hope you enjoy!

[@Angelicwings1]

@@OGBReacts I did enjoy and thank you so much for looking into these most obscure films. Much respect. I wish I could have the monies to Patreon. Watch out for when I do!

[@EmilyKresl]

Fun fact Val Kilmer married that redhead he hooks up with (in the movie) in real life for a few years. Another fun fact is Warwick Davis who plays Willow was wicket the main ewok in return of the Jedi. When I was little my mom would say I looked just like willows daughter and it was hard for my mom to watch her cry when those mean pig monsters come looking for the baby. I'd like to give this movie credit for being the reason I called my babies "bobbins" and of the course the reason why I'll randomly yell "I stole the dikini baby!!"

[@Skrubb_Lord]

One main thing I love about this movie is its original take on fantasy. Imagine how far you could go while expanding on its lore.

[@lethaldose2000]

Hey Sam, Willow is th e90 minute version of LOTR that was allloowed to be made before movie studios committed 300-500 million to making fantasy stories come to life. And this was back in 1988, so some credit has to be given there.

[@nickmanzo8459]

The pigs that were used to portray the transformed Galladorn army kept trying to mate, so the crew kept throwing cold water on them to film that scene. The stuff the audience doesn’t see.

[@nickmanzo8459]

Some of the first uses of CGI morph technology, I got called out on another reaction when I mistakenly said there was no cgi in the movie because I forgot about that. The majority of the effects are practical and stop motion effects, but there is the morph imagery when Raziel transforms, particularly when she finally becomes human again

[@Dularr]

Looking forward to the sequel series on Disney+.

[@denanebergall5514]

I love this movie!! One of my favorites growing up. Sorcha (sorceress's daughter) has always been my favorite character. 😍

[@SillyPom]

"Woo'd by some dood?" Man. That must have been one swood dood.

[@BubblyRainbows]

You've reacted to Willow! This is a movie my dad showed me, and one of my favorites that he shared with me. You've done one half of the duo of movies I want to see my favorite reactors react to! Now if you could react to Kuffs (a Christian Slater movie) you'll be the first reactor I follow to hit the duo and become my official hero! (I'd also love to see you react to the Arcane series... you don't need to have any knowledge of the game it's based on to enjoy it, but that's a separate issue, and I don't know if you want to do series or not?)

[@OGBReacts]

I actually haven't heard of Kuffs but will keep it in mind! I would LOVE to react to Arcane/watch and react to series, it's just time and me not having enough of it! Hopefully someday I'll be able to though!

[@mena94x3]

NO WAY, you’re watching _WILLOW?!?_ 🎉🎉🎉🥰🥰🎉🎉🎉

[@Alexeya13]

I haven't seen this movie in so long. It was fun to revisit. I'm gonna suggest a few movies I love & hope you will give them a chance. Clue (1985) Cult classic based on the board game. It has an amazing cast. Tim Curry, Madeline Kahn, Christopher Lloyd, Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) with Cary Grant from North by Northwest And Then There Were None (1945) adaptation of Agatha Christie's 1939 mystery novel of the same name The Sting (1973) Robert Redford & Paul Newman. The First Wives Club (1996) Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, Diane Keaton

[@Rmlohner]

You might have noticed Willow only uses two of the three magic acorns. The script originally had a scene where he used one against a shapeshifting fish monster, but they were having trouble getting the effects for the creature to work, and realized that with using up the acorn being literally the only effect the scene had on the story, they could just cut it completely and save their money for other parts of the movie.

[@UltimateGamerCC]

which worked fine for me, i figured that Willow still had one left, but since Bavmorda was able to reverse that, he was like "need another plan fast..."

[@TheViceCitySaint]

During the Bavmorda and Razel fight when Razel is throwing Bavmorda around why she didn't throw her right into the spikes (that Bavmorda tried to push Sorsha into) over and over and over again. Bavmorda has shown a certain amount of power yes, but nothing on the level of being stabbed repeatedly in multiple spots simultaneously. 🤷‍♂️😂

[@suchendelokidottir5673]

You may be interested to know that a series based on this movie is coming out soon. Starring the wonderful Warwick Davis. Im excited. This has always been my favorite movie.

[@jdbmd1499]

One of the first movies I saw at the theater. Stills hold up. Brownies crack me up every time

[@lethaldose2000]

I would say Willow is LOTR meets, Merlin, meets the story of Moses. A light fun, kid's adventure movie with some scary creatures on screen for only a few minutes at a time. What could be better than that?

[@shesemerald2011]

Jean Marsh was amazing in the role Bav Morda. Kilmer was top notch. My sister and I watched this so often the VHS tracking was never the same. I know this film backwards and forwards.

[@GoddessGirl2121]

Willow is one of my all time favorite movies so thanks for doing this reaction!

[@alfreddaniel1994]

I was 7 in '89 when I saw this for the first time, and I've loved it since. Had I seen it a year earlier, it might not have stuck with me.

[@Attelocin217]

I loved this movie as a kid. I still do, but I did then too. One of my earliest memories.

[@Stick-a-fork-in-Gmorks-tort]

Willow (what if) "We'll push it down stream." End credits roll. Shortest and least adventurous movie ever. Joking aside the family loves this movie.

[@jennandrewlawrence5055]

A childhood classic I adore ❤ thks 4 the memories

[@fingolfin897]

Hell yeah!!! I didn't expect to see this one and I'm all for it!!!

[@kennyshoulders1284]

I think it’s ironic you talked about Harry Potter Willow was in there as one of the teachers and he was one of the Ewoks in Star Wars also.

[@anthonyrobertson2011]

This movie was the first to utilize computerized morphing when Raziel goes through the several animals before turning into her human form toward the end. Unfortunately this technique was way too overused in the next ten years and became pretty trite, but it was impressive when this movie came out. A friend that really liked it who had seen it the week before took us to see it at the theater. I really liked it and went to see it again myself with another group.

[@PrincessSnowbelle]

Regarding Sorsha, the evil queens daughter: There are some things you should know. This is based upon a book. Sorsha could have been developed better in the movie. All she wants is the love of her mother. She does everything she can to please her. She wants acceptance. She wants her mother to approve of her. When she falls for Madmartigan, that is not simply for the sake of having a romance. It is the catalyst that puts Sorsha with a group of people who truly care about others, unlike her mother. She finds her acceptance. Also, Sorsha’s father is actually the king of Tir Aslean, and he is a good man (he is deceased). The “good king and queen who are prophesied to take care of the baby actually turn out to be Sorsha and Madmartigan. She is the rightful heir of Tir Aslean.

[@OGBReacts]

That's totally fair! You're completely right. Thank you.

[@dbly50]

Her Dad is actually the old guy at the end of the movie standing next to her, there was a cut scene not sure if it was actually filmed or if it was in the script but cut before filming, where Sorsha finds her dad frozen in stone during the fight at Tir Aslean and he asks her to help save the baby, this helps a ton fix what seems to be a weird sudden change of heart she has

[@OGBReacts]

I wish they included that

[@PrincessSnowbelle]

@@dbly50 That’s right. I was thinking he was deceased.

[@coreyhendricks9490]

One Of Ron Howard's Masterpieces Ever Made

[@gggooding]

Mumbo and Jumbo...one of them (I forget which) is Kevin Pollak - one of The Usual Suspects.

[@SamIam1980]

My absolute favorite fantasy adventure movie from my childhood.

[@darthroden]

7:22 My first reaction to "Discount Skeletor" too, lol!

[@desiv1170]

If you don't think Peter Jackson was aware of the fight between Bavmorda and Fin Raziel when he was drawing up his fight between Gandalf and Saruman.... Lot's of similarities there.... ;-)

[@eblackwell]

You know Willow is the guy who played Wicket the Ewok? It's how George Lucas met him.

[@StoryMing]

Besides the other ‘80’s fantasy recommendations, which I definitely second, I will say I would love to see you react to ‘Crazy Rich Asians’, ‘Legally Blonde’, and ‘The King’s Speech’ (-also, ‘Sixth Sense’!)

[@StoryMing]

Oh- and given some of your other movie reaction choices ... possibly you might enjoy ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’? (It’s a crossover hybrid dark-fantasy / thriller- gets a bit intense)

[@totomomo18]

Great movie. The best fantasy movie ever made better than Lord of the rings. Other great fantasy movies The Princes Bride , The Neverending Story and Labyrinth 1986

[@totomomo18]

You know Val Kilmer (Madmartigan) and the actress who plays Sorsha got married in real life. Also of course it reminds you of Lord of the rings because they are based on classic fantasy stories and nordic mythology. Only that Lord of the rings subvert the exceptions and Wilow does not.

[@douglasostrander5072]

As good as Lord of the Rings, no but I do love this movie.

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

I'd add "Krull" to your list.

[@geekasaurusrexy]

Legend is also worth watching, but make sure it's the director's cut.

[@mena94x3]

@@jean-paulaudette9246 - Yes. We must not leave Krull off the list. What a blast from the past!!! . . . I suddenly thought of Dragonslayer as well. I don’t recall if it’s any good, just that I loved it (and was grossed out/weirded out by it) as a kid in the 80s. 🤔

[@ThePorpoisepower]

I thought for DECADES Val Kilmer's character's name was Mad Martigan... but it's actually Madmartigan.

[@Charlie_Wolfe]

So happy you reacted to this!!!

[@floppsymoppsy5969]

This is a childhood love of mine!!! Not perfect, but very quotable...'She's Elora Danon. The future princess of Tir Asleen, and the last thing she's gonna want is a hairy chest! And that music 🎶... phenomenal!!!

[@mrsfahrenheit]

Heyy great reaction! I just discovered your Channel and I love it! 😍😳🙌🏻 I actually would like to recommend something, could you please react to the movies Gattaca (1997) and The Island (2005) - These are similar to The Truman Show - movies that are set in an „alternate dystopian future/ society“ and evoke certain moral questions while watching. So If you enjoyed The Truman Show you’ll definitely like these as well! And another request would be another Jim Carrey movie, I Love You Phillip Morris (2009) which is one of the most underrated movies I know! It’s actually based on a true story and a mixture of drama and comedy. Very very good!🙏🏻🥺 I would really love seeing you reacting to these movies! I know you’ll enjoy them!

[@OGBReacts]

Thank you so much! So glad you're enjoying my content, thank you for watching

[@mrsfahrenheit]

@@OGBReacts Aww you’re welcome :) that’s good to hear!! Have a nice day 🤭😊

[@browniewin4121]

Warwick Davis was only 17yrs old when he played Willow. I suggest the movie Return to OZ (1985).

[@cruzuvalle9845]

One of my childhood favorites ;)))

[@nickmanzo8459]

This is the first movie I remember renting. I watched it so many damn times it wasn’t even funny. I had Willow cereal bowls, spoons, all kinda match (except the toys because they weren’t all that impressive).

[@warre1]

Sorsha and Madmartigan fell in love in real life too, got married and stayed married for 8 years.

[@harrybrodgins9933]

This movie got me into the world of fantasy adventure films

[@victoriamedrano536]

I enjoyed your reaction I recommend Labyrinth & The Never Ending Story

[@Rmlohner]

George Lucas was in a bit of a quandary after finishing the original Star Wars trilogy, as he was still bursting with story ideas, but making those movies had so insanely exhausted him (and even ended his marriage) that there was no way he was going to make them himself. So for several of them, he settled on farming the ideas out to other writers and directors while he simply took an executive producer credit. And Willow was easily one of the most successful of these, with him going back to his old friend Ron Howard who'd starred in American Graffiti (where he'd first confided to Lucas that he was interested in transitioning from an actor to a director). Audiences at the time didn't quite know what to make of it, but it's become quite a beloved movie over the years, especially among people who first saw it as kids.

[@nickmanzo8459]

Actually Willow wasn’t that successful, it was considered a box office failure after making $80 million on a $20-25 million budget.

[@12thLevelSithLord]

@@nickmanzo8459 I love how quadrupling your budget isn't considered a success in Hollywood.

[@pjelly633]

Great review 😁 your first viewing was the extended version, the one for kids had way less guts and gore, I was 12 before I got to see the full uncut version, those brownies are the best...I know the film word for word, the romance part was a bit silly but films were like that back then. Can't wait for the next review xxx

[@OGBReacts]

ooooo! See, I keep doing this, where I'm watching extended versions of things and I'm not aware of it! Oh well 🤣

[@pjelly633]

@@OGBReacts the full version is much better and does make way more sense then the kids one, with out the violence in places you have no idea how some of the stuff ends up happening ... plus the extended version has more of Val Kilma lol so that's a big plus hehe

[@gluuuuue]

Yeah, Sorsha's character wasn't really well developed. I just chalked it up to her being The Hot Chick 'cause that's sorta what the fairy tale movie plot formula seemed to call for and, like so many other stories, they just assumed it'd work itself out. (I had no idea this was based on a book and there was a deeper backstory to her character, so that was cool to find out from another's comment!)

[@daveautzen9089]

Some comparisons to LoTR have been made, and not all good. I adore Val Kilmer as Madmartigan! I eagerly await the Disney+ series. And if I ever get 2 pets, they will be named after the brownies!

[@majbrat]

Long time fav fantasy movie. Lots of fun humor & for the time the effects were not too bad.

[@nickperkins8477]

It’s kind of like the movie Labyrinth, with more of a sword and sorcery theme than Labyrinth.

[@rayruckus4446]

Thank you for this so few people know about this movie. I've been trying to get reaction to review this movie so long my only problem is I don't have enough money to go on patreon and pay for someone to do ITLOL

[@jenkzkh]

Great movie choice!! One of my favorites 😊

[@glenncabacungan9269]

Anyone notice the parallels to Star Wars? Willow = Luke Skywalker Madmartigan = Han Solo Raziel = Obi-Wan Kenobi Bavmorda = Palpatine Airk = Lando Calrissian And Madmartigan and Sorsha’s relationship is love/hate like Han and Leia’s. Of course George Lucas was involved in the making of this movie and the same people who did special effects for Star Wars did the effects here.

[@Rmlohner]

I like to think of it as putting these character types back into a fantasy setting like where Lucas first got them in The Chronicles of Prydain.

[@UltimateGamerCC]

Bavmorda's general with the skull helmet was obviously Darth Vader. XD

[@glenncabacungan9269]

@@UltimateGamerCC True, but Vader without the Force.

[@UltimateGamerCC]

@@glenncabacungan9269 also true, least he died well.

[@beautyb4876]

Yay! i'm so excited for this I see the video and was like instantly click this will make me feel better been so Ill since New Year and just getting over it (not Covid)

[@misterno-ice-guy8082]

Yay, Kathy! Big ups!

[@Cameron5043]

My niece, who is a Little Person, tried out for this film when the casting call went out. But she was just a kid at the time, and I think she was just a little too young to be chosen.

[@OGBReacts]

Wow! That's amazing!

[@Cameron5043]

@@OGBReacts she's an incredible and lovely person!

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

Heehee. I wish I'd had the chance to ask you how many heads you expected to see explode in this movie. ;0

[@StoryMing]

No, I don't think the Lord of the Rings vibes are any trick of your imagination. I think that was very deliberate not he part of the filmmakers. Fun Fact: Warwick Davis was *17* at the time when he filmed this role. Never ceases to amaze me how convincingly he took on that persona of husband and father. AS A TEENAGER.

[@StoryMing]

[ON THE PART of the filmmakers, that was supposed to say... oops]

[@nickperkins8477]

I like Willlow. I feel like if I hadn’t seen the name George Lucas on it, I would like it a lot more than I do. I was ten years old and saw George’s name and thought STAR WARS THIS WILL BE GREAT. And then, it was only good. Still really like it, though.

[@mena94x3]

Hey. Don’t underestimate the power of true love.

[@maingun07]

I saw this when it first came out and even then at 19 I had the same complaint about Sorsha not having a larger role, but I gave it a pass for two reasons. First, she's a total badass. A chick that can shoot a bow or swing a sword is super hot (years later, I met a girl that could do both). Second, it's Joanne Whalley.... Yup. :) What? I was 19.

[@OGBReacts]

🤣🤣🤣 Very fair! In 1988 I was not a thought in my parents' mind so 🤣

[@jeremyhodge9029]

The brownies are my favorite.

[@nickperkins8477]

All of those years later, I still am disappointed that the acorn didn’t successfully turn Bavmorda to stone. You have Billy Barty (High Aldwin) foreshadow the acorn stone and then pay that off. It would have given Billy story respect. It would have also opened the story up for easier franchise building. Create a conflict. Willow didn’t beat Bavmorda. High Aldwin did.

[@texnomancer]

This movie is better than the book. A few movies suggestions. Spy vs Spy movie Telefon (1977) Try a movie that will make you doubtful about the future of humanity. Behind the Curve (2018) A movie that will redeem your faith in humanity Paper Clips (2004) The true-life drama of a father and mother who battled against the odds to save their son's life Lorenzo's Oil (1992) A little boat trip. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) Martians in the London underground? Five million years to Earth (1967) A problem with some ants Them! (1954) A Problem with Clowns Killer Klowns from Outer Space. (1988) Is it a fruit or vegetable? Attack of the Killer Tomatoes (1978)

[@Pinkielover]

Coming to Disney+ soon Willow the series

[@danielwilliamson6180]

Willow is a great movie.

[@nickperkins8477]

Sorsha actress Joanne Whalley and Val Kilmer were married for several years.

[@christiananderson4909]

Bavmorda is such a boss.

[@robertbunting3117]

If you haven't seen it yet check the trailer for show George Lucas has made for Disney+ Based of this movie and Willow aka Warwick Davis is back for it. It comes out in November and looks pretty bad ass