About Conan the Destroyer

"Conan the Destroyer" is an action-adventure film released in 1984. It is a sequel to "Conan the Barbarian" and features Arnold Schwarzenegger reprising his role as the titular character. The plot involves Conan being recruited by a queen to escort her niece on a mission to retrieve a mystical artifact. Along the way, they encounter monstrous creatures, battling enemies, and facing deceit.

Making/Production

The movie was directed by Richard Fleischer and produced by Raffaella De Laurentiis. It was shot in various locations in Mexico to capture the fantasy-based settings. The film was made to be more family-friendly compared to its predecessor.

Actors

• Arnold Schwarzenegger (Conan) – He reprised his role, showcasing Conan's strength and courage. Schwarzenegger delivers a memorable depiction of the fearless barbarian.
• Grace Jones (Zula) – Played a powerful and fierce warrior woman. Jones's portrayal added an exciting dynamic to the film.
• Olivia d'Abo (Princess Jehnna) – Played a naive and innocent princess who Conan is tasked to escort. D'Abo's performance added a touch of vulnerability and innocence to the otherwise action-packed movie.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The script was rewritten to make the film more family-friendly based on recommendation by the studio executives.
• Grace Jones did most of her own stunts, causing concern for some members of the production staff due to her intense and energetic methods.
• The film's climax was shot in the famous "Eye of the Needle" rock formation in Mexico.

Quotes

• Conan: "Enough talk!"
• Queen Taramis: "You have nothing that I could not take away."
• Zula: "I swear that if Conan will let me ride with him, I will give my life for him."

Music and Soundtrack

• The adventurous and expressive score for "Conan the Destroyer" was composed by Basil Poledouris, bringing back similar themes from the first film but with a lighter touch to suit the tone of the sequel.