As with all Harryhausen films, the real stars are the stop-motion "Dynamation" creatures. The film is notable for attempting more nuanced, character-driven animation:
The story follows (Patrick Wayne) as he arrives in the kingdom of Charak to seek the hand of Princess Farah (Jane Seymour). He discovers the city is under the thumb of the evil witch Zenobia (Margaret Whiting), who has transformed the rightful heir, Prince Kassim , into a baboon.
Widely considered one of Harryhausen’s most lifelike creations, the baboon displays subtle emotions and even plays chess with the crew.
A bronze clockwork Minotaur that serves as Zenobia’s tireless henchman.
