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Updated 1/22/2008 with more films available on DVD.
Peter and David Paul: The Barbarian Brothers
Twin brothers Peter and David Paul are best known for their role in The Barbarians (1987). The Pauls acted in several other films in the 1980s and early 1990s and have completed working on the film Souled Out, to be released soon.
LEFT: The Barbarians collage created by Peter Vlachoutsakos. CENTER A: Poster from The Barbarians. CENTER B and C: David and Peter Paul. CENTER D: David Paul. RIGHT: Poster from the 1992 film Double Trouble
Filmography for Peter and David Paul
Souled Out (2006) with Gary Busey
Twin Sitters (1994) with Paul Bartel and George Lazenby
Double Trouble (1992) with Troy Donahue and Tim Stack
Think Big (1990) with Martin Mull, Richard Kiel, and Peter Lupus
The Road Raiders (1989) with Tia Carrere
Ghost Writer (1989) with John Matuszak, the Landers sisters, and Jeff Conaway
The Barbarians (1987) with Richard Lynch
The Flamingo Kid (1984) with Matt Dillon and Fisher Stevens
D.C. Cab (1983) with Mr. T
Paul Wynter
LEFT and CENTER: Various shots of Paul Wynter. RIGHT: Wynter and Mark Forest from Maciste, the Strongest Man in the World
From the West Indies, Paul Wynter was a Mr. Europe and a two-time Mr. Universe (1958 and 1963, professional category). In his day, the 5'8" tall Wynter was one of the most symmetrical bodybuilders in world. He appeared in only a few sword and sandal films, such as Mole Men Vs. the Son of Hercules with Mark Forest and Atlas in the Land of the Cyclops with Gordon Mitchell. Wynter also acted in several French comedies.
Filmography for Paul Wynter
Five Marines for 100 Girls (1962) with Virna Lisi
Atlas in the Land of the Cyclops (1961) with Gordon Mitchell and Chelo Alonso
Mole Men vs. the Son of Hercules (1961) with Mark Forest
Georges Marchal
From Ulysses Against Hercules (1961) with Michael Lane
French actor Georges Marchal starred in many films during his career, which spanned five decades. From his start in the 1940s, Marchal became an important actor in French cinema, emerging as a leading man in 1950s films. After starring in a vast number of films and TV programs, Marchal passed away in 1997 at the age of 77.
Richard Lloyd, aka Rod Flash
LEFT: Collage of Richard Lloyd from the film Vulcan, Son of Jupiter (1962). RIGHT: As Samson in Hercules, Samson, and Ulysses (1963)
Richard Lloyd, aka Rod Flash, acted in a handful of sword and sandal films in the early to mid 1960s. Lloyd's best-known film is Vulcan, Son of Jupiter, and was Maciste and Samson in a few other pictures. Lloyd was quite an athlete and, like several of his contemporaries, did his own stunts in films without a stand-in.
Richard Lloyd's Filmography
The Invincible Brothers Maciste (1964) with Tony Freeman
Hercules, Samson and Ulysses (1963) with Kirk Morris and Enzo Cerusico
Vulcan, Son of Jupiter (1962) with Bella Cortez, Gordon Mitchell, and Roger Browne
Ali Baba and the Sacred Crown (1962) with Bella Cortez
Pierre Brice
Although he's better known for his 40-year association with the character 'Winnetou,' Pierre Brice appeared in a few sword and sandal films in the early 1960s. Born in France in 1929, Brice developed an interest in acting. After completing drama school, he had limited success in his film career until he was chosen for the part of Winnetou in the Lex Barker vehicle Treasure of Silver Lake (1962). Brice emerged as the star of the film and has gone on to portray Winnetou in many films and television shows.
Pierre Brice in horror flick Mill of the Stone Women (1960)
Jacques Sernas
Born in Lithuania in 1925, Jacques Sernas has had a film career spanning more than 60 years. He's appeared in such films as Helen of Troy (1956), Duel of the Titans (1963; with Gordon Scott and Steve Reeves) and Superfly TNT (1973; with Ron O'Neal). Today, Sernas continues to make films in Europe.
RICHARD LLOYD/ROD FLASH
Ali Baba And The Sacred Crown [VHS](1962) VHS
Rod Flash Iloosh plays hunky hero Ali Baba in this spectacle that finds him trying to deliver the Sacred Crown of the Desert Kings to a nearby country's ruler who's under the influence of an evil advisor. Ali and pretty Princess Lolo will need some help from the Spirit of Sinbad--and we're not talking the comic here. With Bella Cortez.
Vulcan, Son Of Jupiter [DVD](1962) DVD
It's a muscleman epic with many supernatural elements as Jupiter's brawny son tackles monster men, underground creatures and others. With Rod Flash, Gordon Mitchell. Soundtrack: English (dubbed)
The Invincible Brothers Maciste [VHS](1965) VHS
The Maciste Brothers, hunky Italian heroes all, help a prince whose fiancee has been captured by an evil queen and her group of leopard-men lackeys. Richard Lloyd, Tony Freeman and Claudia Lange. Dubbed in English.
GEORGES MARCHAL
The French Way [VHS](1940) VHS
Josephine Baker stars in this delightful film as a nightclub owner trying to open her club and act as matchmaker to two young lovers whose families are constantly feuding. Combines all the classic elements: a ``Romeo and Juliet'' love story, a happy ending, and the great chanteuse singing four songs! 72 min. In French with English subtitles.
The Colossus Of Rhodes [DVD](1961) DVD
Sergio Leone's first screen-credited directorial effort was this epic set in 290 A.D. that follows a Greek military hero as he travels to Rhodes to visit his uncle. While flirting with the beautiful daughter of a man who recently constructed a gigantic statue of Apollo to protect the city's harbor, he becomes involved in a rebellion aimed at overthrowing a tyrannical king. Rory Calhoun, Lea Massari, Georges Marchal star. 128 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English (SDH), French; audio commentary; theatrical trailer.
The Secret Mark Of D'Artagnan [VHS](1962) VHS
Dashing Musketeer D'Artagnan attempts to stop an assassination attempt on Louis XIII with help from partner Porthos. When they are injured by anarchists, a young noblewoman, whose uncle is behind the plot, and her maid attempt to help them. George Nader, Magali Noel star in this European spectacle.
Ulysses Against The Son Of Hercules [DVD](1963) DVD
Two of mythology's greatest heroes--Ulysses and, um, the offspring of Hercules--are pitted in a fierce struggle until both are captured by bizarre half-man, half-bird creatures. Now, they must team with each other to stop the nasties, controlled by a beautiful but evil queen. Georges Marchal and Michael Lane star. Soundtrack: English (dubbed).
Ulysses Against The Son Of Hercules [VHS](1963) VHS
Two of mythology's greatest heroes--Ulysses and, um, the offspring of Hercules--are pitted in a fierce struggle until both are captured by bizarre half-man, half-bird creatures. Now, they must team with each other to stop the nasties, controlled by a beautiful but evil queen. Georges Marchal and Michael Lane star. Dubbed in English.
The Dirty Game [DVD](1965) DVD
This rarely seen European spy thriller stars Robert Ryan as an American general presenting three suspenseful tales of international espionage operations he was involved with. First, undercover agent Vittorio Gassman is hired by the Soviets to kidnap an Italian rocket scientist. Then, a series of attacks on U.S. submarines is narrowly halted. Finally, Henry Fonda shines as an American hiding out from Iron Curtain assassins. With Annie Girardot, Bourvil, Robert Hossein. Soundtrack: English.
The Dirty Game [VHS](1966) VHS
Rarely seen European spy thriller, featuring three tales of international espionage related by American general Robert Ryan. Undercover agent Vittorio Gassman is hired by the Soviets to kidnap an Italian rocket scientist; a series of attacks on American submarines is halted; and defecting agent Henry Fonda hides out from Iron Curtain assassins.
Sellers Of Girls [DVD](1967) DVD
After facing a series of difficult situations in Paris, a young woman gets involved with a white slavery/drug racket. While en route to South America, she becomes engaged to a crewman on board her ship, then tackles the syndicate head-on. Georges Marschal, Agnes Laurent and Daniela Rocca star in this seedy melodrama. Dubbed in English.
Sellers Of Girls [VHS](1967) VHS
After facing a series of difficult situations in Paris, a young woman gets involved with a white slavery/drug racket. While en route to South America, she becomes engaged to a crewman on board her ship, then tackles the syndicate head-on. Georges Marschal, Agnes Laurent and Daniela Rocca star in this seedy melodrama.
The Milky Way (La Voie Lactee) [DVD](1969) DVD
Two pilgrims en route to a Spanish religious shrine take a bizarre journey through time and space, meeting such figures as Christ, the Angel of Death, and the Marquis de Sade. Though many of the people they meet have visions and revelations aplenty, their capacity for basic human decency appears sorely lacking. Luis Bunuel's surrealistic satire of religious devotion and hypocrisy stars Paul Frankeur, Laurent Terzieff. 101 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; interview; documentary; theatrical trailer. In French with English subtitles.
DAVID AND PETER PAUL/THE BARBARIAN BROTHERS
D.C. Cab [DVD](1983) DVD
If you thought Travis Bickle was a tough cabbie, watch what happens when Mr. T takes the wheel in this non-stop action-comedy hit. Gary Busey inherits a ramshackle taxi fleet and fights against all odds to make it a success. Max Gail and Irene Cara also star. 100 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
The Flamingo Kid [DVD](1984) DVD
A sweet, funny comedy starring Matt Dillon as a high school graduate from the Bronx who learns a lesson or two about life when he lands a summer job at an exclusive Long Island swim club in the early '60s. With Richard Crenna, Hector Elizondo, Janet Jones; look for early turns by Bronson Pinchot, Marisa Tomei and John Turturro. 100 min. Standard and Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish.
Twin Sitters [DVD](1994) DVD
It's comic calamities times two when the bodybuilding Barbarian Brothers are hired to look after a businessman's obnoxious twin nephews while he testifies against a mob boss. The muscle-bound babysitters have their hands full taking care of the kids...and some gangsters who are after them to keep their uncle quiet. With Jared Martin, Paul Bartel, George Lazenby. 93 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
PIERRE BRICE
The Cheaters [VHS](1958) VHS
A change of pace from "Children of Paradise" director Marcel Carne, this Gallic JD drama stars Jacques Charrier as a Parisian college student who gets involved with a crowd of rowdy delinquents as they defy the rules of society, involving themselves in everything from blackmail to bizarre love triangles. With Andrea Parisy, Pascale Petit. AKA: "Les Tricheurs," "Youthful Sinners." 117 min. Dubbed in English.
Mill Of The Stone Women [DVD](1960) DVD
A mad doctor drains young women of their blood in an attempt to restore his daughter to life, leaving the bodies in a windmill turned into a statue gallery. Bizarre horror tale from Europe stars Wolfgang Preiss, Pierre Brice, Scilla Gabel. AKA: "Horror of the Stone Women," "Icon." 96 min. Standard; Soundtrack; English (dubbed) Dolby Digital stereo; deleted scenes; alternate scenes; poster gallery; theatrical trailer.
Mill Of The Stone Women [VHS](1960) VHS
A mad doctor drains young women of their blood in an attempt to restore his daughter to life, leaving the bodies in a windmill turned into a wax museum. Bizarre horror tale from Europe. Wolfgang Preiss, Pierre Brice. AKA: "Icon." 94 min. Dubbed in English.
Sweet Ecstasy (Sweet Violence) [DVD](1962) DVD
See Elke Sommer as you've never seen her before in this sensual European drama in which she plays a jet-setter on the French Riviera who begins to have strong feelings towards a young man. Her interest sparks a rivalry between him and an older man which is resolved in a most unsettling way. With Pierre Brice. AKA: "Douce Violence." 80 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; photo gallery; theatrical trailer; more.
Sweet Ecstasy (Sweet Violence) [VHS](1962) VHS
See Elke Sommer as you've never seen her before in this sensual European drama in which she plays a jet-setter on the French Riviera who begins to have strong feelings towards a young man. Her interest sparks a rivalry between him and an older rival which is resolved in a most unsettling way. AKA: "Douce Revenge." 80 min.
Apaches' Last Battle [VHS](1964) VHS
Offbeat and interesting German-made Western, third in the "Winnetou" series based on Karl May's novels. Lex Barker stars as grizzled ex-railroader Shatterhand, who, along with Indian blood brother Winnetou (Pierre Brice) tries to stop power-hungry Cavalry officer Guy Madison from fermenting war between the Apache and Comanche. Sultry Daliah Lavi also stars. AKA: "Old Surehand," "Shatterhand." 98 min.
A Place Called Glory [VHS](1966) VHS
Glory is a lawless frontier town that celebrates its founding each year by conning two gunfighters into dueling in the center of town. This time around Lex Barker and Pierre Brice are the doomed duo, but they hatch a plan to save themselves and set things right. Marianne Koch, Gerard Tichy co-star. 92 min.
JACQUES SERNAS
Helen Of Troy [DVD](1956) DVD
Lavish swords-and-sandals drama recounting the story of the legendary beauty whose abduction by love-smitten Trojan prince Paris drove their countries to war and culminated in the siege of Troy by Greek warriors hidden inside a huge wooden horse. Rossana Podesta is "the face that launched a thousand ships"; Jack Sernas co-stars with a young Brigitte Bardot. Robert Wise directs; 121 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; "making of" documentary; theatrical trailer.
La Dolce Vita [DVD](1960) DVD
Federico Fellini's masterpiece boasts Marcello Mastroianni as a journalist who has put aside his serious career aspirations to report on the shallow, jet-setting denizens of Rome. While writing his tabloid stories, Mastroianni encounters prostitutes, buxom actresses, religious fervor and personal tragedy while trying make sense of the decadent lifestyle he has been seduced by. With Anita Ekberg, Anouk Aimee, Lex Barker, Yvonne Furneaux; music by Nino Rota. 167 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: Italian Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish; audio commentary; bonus shorts; interviews; photo gallery; biographies; filmographies. In Italian with English subtitles. Two-disc set.
Aphrodite, Goddess Of Love [VHS](1960) VHS
Set during the reign of Roman emperor Nero, this lavish Italian spectacle centers on a manipulative mistress of a Roman official who uses her seductive powers for revenge against a former lover by persuading the official to persecute Christians. Antonio De Teffe and Isabelle Corey star. In Italian with English subtitles.
Duel Of The Champions (Duel Of Champions) [DVD](1961) DVD
In this historical adventure set in Ancient Rome, Alan Ladd plays a Roman soldier who, along with his brothers, must battle a trio of Alban siblings in a duel to the death. Directed by Terence Young ("Dr. No") and Ferdinando Baldi ("Comin' at Ya!"), the film also stars Franca Bettoja. 90 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.
The Loves Of Salammbo [VHS](1962) VHS
Soldier Jacques Sernas leads a group of mercenaries in battle for Carthage against Rome during the First Punic War, but things get ugly when Carthaginian leader Riccardo Garrone refuses to pay the men for their services, and Sernas falls in love with Garrone's daughter, the beautiful Salambo (Jeanne Valerie). Lush sword-and-sandal thriller is based on a Gustave Flaubert story. AKA: "Salambo." 72 min. Dubbed in English.
The Centurian [VHS](1962) VHS
Ebe, the daughter of an Aegian ruler, falls in love with Vinicius, a Roman centurian wounded in battle. But because of the bad blood between their people and the important suitors they each have, trouble ensues, leading to some nasty battles and problems for the lovers. Jacques Sernas, Genevieve Grad, Gordon Mitchell and John Drew Barrymore star.
Last Plane To Baalbeck [VHS](1963) VHS
Surprise-filled espionage thriller about a criminal empire specializing in supplying drugs and weapons to the Middle East and European countries. Special agents' bodies are being discovered everywhere, so an Interpol agent investigates. With Rosanna Podesta ("Helen of Troy"). Jacques Sernas, Yoko Tani and George Sanders.
The Dirty Game [DVD](1965) DVD
This rarely seen European spy thriller stars Robert Ryan as an American general presenting three suspenseful tales of international espionage operations he was involved with. First, undercover agent Vittorio Gassman is hired by the Soviets to kidnap an Italian rocket scientist. Then, a series of attacks on U.S. submarines is narrowly halted. Finally, Henry Fonda shines as an American hiding out from Iron Curtain assassins. With Annie Girardot, Bourvil, Robert Hossein. Soundtrack: English.
The Dirty Game [VHS](1966) VHS
Rarely seen European spy thriller, featuring three tales of international espionage related by American general Robert Ryan. Undercover agent Vittorio Gassman is hired by the Soviets to kidnap an Italian rocket scientist; a series of attacks on American submarines is halted; and defecting agent Henry Fonda hides out from Iron Curtain assassins.
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