Svengoolie Season 8 Episode 9 Valley of the Dragons
- April 20, 2019
Svengoolie season 8 episode 9 titled "Valley of the Dragons" features a classic 1961 American science-fiction film. Directed by Edward Bernds, the movie revolves around two French soldiers who stumble upon a hidden valley in the African desert where prehistoric creatures still exist.
The plot of the movie centers on Robert (Sean McClory) and Pierre (played by Cesare Danova) who are stationed in French Indochina. They are on a mission to transport a new rocket-powered missile for testing. During their journey, they come across a group of Arab raiders and are forced to retreat into the desert.
While searching for water, the duo finds a hidden valley where time seems to have stood still, and prehistoric creatures ranging from dinosaurs to giant insects roam the area. The valley is also home to a lost civilization, the Sapha, who dwell in a vast underground city.
Robert and Pierre get captured by the Sapha who believe that the two are intruders out to destroy their peaceful city. However, they soon realize that the two soldiers are not a threat but outsiders, and an opportunity to learn about the world outside.
The two soldiers fall in love with the beautiful Princess Melani (Joanna France), the daughter of the Sapha king. Robert vows to help Princess Melani and her people escape the valley and return to the modern world. He hatches a plan to use the missile to blow a hole in the valley's surrounding cliffs and let the Sapha escape.
The movie features a mix of adventure, romance, and science fiction, with plenty of special effects. The film's prehistoric creatures range from stegosauruses, tyrannosauruses, and many more. The princess's exotic-looking underground city is also a sight to behold.
The female protagonist played by Joanna France portrays a strong character who is capable and intelligent. Her beauty and intelligence are admirable qualities that draw Robert and Pierre to her. The movie is also full of humor, especially with Robert's comic relief character who is always cracking jokes and not taking things too seriously.
Svengoolie's presentation of "Valley of the Dragons" features his signature humor, with jokes and commentary added throughout the movie. The show's host provides viewers with in-depth knowledge about the film and its actors, including anecdotes about each. The audience will be entertained from start to finish with both the movie and Sventoolie's presentation.
In summary, "Valley of the Dragons" is a classic science-fiction movie that has everything one could want in a film. From adventure, romance, special effects, humor, to suspense, audiences are sure to be entertained. With Svengoolie's added humor, viewers are guaranteed an even greater viewing experience.