Not only is winter fast approaching, but it's still pretty weird out there. it IS 2020, after all... For me, the best way to escape impending cold weather, pandemic worries, and ongoing election drama is to completely detach from reality (in a healthy way). Grab some snacks, cozy up in a blanket, and get lost in a fantasy movie.
Willow, one of the lesser-known films of the genre, is a great choice for an evening of escapism: The land is being ruled by an evil sorceress and no one has been able to overthrow her terrible reign. Until now. It is rumored that a child has been born and this baby will grow to be the one who finally defeats the witch and brings about an era of peace. Hoping to prevent this, the witch orders all babies be destroyed. But one survives. This baby is discovered by Willow, a Hobbit-like creature, who brings the child to his village. But when the village is invaded by the queen's soldiers, Willow knows he must take the child somewhere safe. He teams up with rouge swordsman Madmardigan and two mischievous pixies. It's the ultimate battle of good vs evil as this motley bunch protects the child and fights to destroy the queen and save the land.
Willow has lots of action and a great ending where the good guys win (of course they do!). The special effects might be dated and even a little cheesy by today's standards, but the story is solid and makes for an enjoyable watch. If you liked films like Princess Bride and Lord of the Rings, you'll like Willow.
--AJB
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