Legend

Deep in a timeless forest where fairies glitter, goblins skitter, and unicorns roam, a young forest dweller is chosen by fate to try his luck against a looming dark threat. The hero is drawn into a perilous mission to safeguard Princess Lili and thwart a menacing lord who wages a brutal war between light and shadow. As the tale unfurls, he teams with unlikely allies, braving enchanted woods, deceptive creatures, and tests of courage. The stakes escalate as a world hanging in the balance slides toward a chilling era. This adventure blends myth, romance, and surreal spectacle in Ridley Scott's fantasy vision. Its creatures whisper legends about fate and courage.

Released in 1985, Ridley Scott directs this lavish fantasy drawn from William Hjortsberg's novel. Tom Cruise plays Jack, with Mia Sara as Lili and Tim Curry as the Lord of Darkness, delivering a mythic adventure on a 24.5 million budget.

Legend is remembered for its striking visuals and the stark clash between light and dark. The film showcases a painterly palette, towering goblin creatures, and gleaming unicorns that linger in fantasy lore. Production design blends whimsy with menace, and its effects and costumes haunt the imagination long after credits roll.

Critics split on tone yet praised the ambition and artistry. The film wrestles with innocence and temptation, as power and friendship test loyalties, all wrapped in a mythic fable about choices and consequences. It invites viewers to consider the price of bravado and the cost of trust for modern viewers.

Awards: The film did not receive major nominations at the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, or BAFTA. It has since been recognized more for its visual style and bold design in retrospectives and fan circles than for award wins. In retrospectives it is praised for its visual daring and cult status.