Now here is a lttle known (or appreciated) gem. A film very much for (and from) the 60's but with some twists. The action is excellent as befits the title of the film but it is also a love story that does not slow down or hinder the film.....as most do. The cast is supurb. Richard Boone as the mighty Bors is in top form here. I always thought he was one of this countries under rated actors. Maurice Evans and Naill MacGuinness give a European flavour to this mix. Heston is stalwart and heroic and gives a very "un Heston like" moment at the very end of the film, almost childlike and in need of sympathy. It is a fine job of acting. Rosemary Forsyth is lovely and the musical score (by Jerome Moross) haunting and imaginative. The transfer is excellent as is the scope. This is a film both for the 60's and the ages. One of my very favourites.........enjoy!