Ed Fury played the character Ursus in three sword-and-sandal movies, with Ursus in the Land of Fire (original title: Ursus nella terra di fuoco). Here, the strongman is leader of the shepherd people, whose territory is targeted by the ambitious Hamilkar, a general who, together with the lady Mila, has designs that go beyond merely expanding the kingdom where he serves. Treachery and slaughter set the stage for a final battle pitting Ursus, his beloved Princess Diana, and their allies against Hamilkar’s forces. A lot goes on, but the combats seem a bit underdeveloped. I was expecting much more importance for the “Land of Fire,” too, though it is not irrelevant to the plot. Likely to have some interest for peplum fans.

  Mildly recommended. Otto judiciously thinks this movie is OK, but not great.

Movie 3 for 2021.