is a legendary slice of 80s "sword and sorcery" cheese that has cemented its place as a cult classic. Directed by Italian horror icon Ruggero Deodato (of Cannibal Holocaust fame), the film leans heavily into humor and muscle-bound action, moving away from the grim seriousness of its predecessors. 🗡️ The Lowdown Exploring the Cult Classic: The Barbarians (1987) DVD