Red Sonja

1985

The tyrant Gedren seeks the total power in a world of barbarism. She raids the city Hablac and kills the keeper of a talisman that gives her great power. Red Sonja, sister of the keeper, sets out with her magic sword to overthrow Gedren.

Ratings:

Brad Score: 6.0/10

Internet Score: 5.4/10

Director:

Richard Fleischer

Cast:

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Brigitte Nielsen, Sandahl Bergman, Paul L. Smith, Ernie Reyes Jr., Ronald Lacey, Pat Roach, Terry Richards, Janet Ågren, Donna Osterbuhr

Genres:

Action Adventure Fantasy

My notes

First 4k viewing

Surprisingly small scale and tightly edited. The more these films feel like a D&D adventure, the more fun they are. By no means a great film, but very much a good time.

Watched July 9, 2025 via UHD — rated 6.0/10