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Sahara
1983 111 min United Kingdom, United States of America PG 6+
★6.2
Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance
Director: Andrew V. McLaglen, John Guillermin
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Description
Intent on winning a competition in place of her distinguished late father, beautiful young heiress Dale takes on the guise of a man and competes in his spot, embarking on a car race that crosses the unforgiving Sahara desert.
Budget:
$12M
US Gross:
$1.4M
Worldwide:
$1.4M
Starring
Brooke Shields
Actor
Lambert Wilson
Actor
John Rhys-Davies
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 1985
— Worst Supporting Actor
Razzie Awards 1985
— Worst Actress
Key opinion
Sahara is regarded as a visually ambitious historical epic that functions primarily as a niche curiosity for film collectors. While it offers grand adventure and aesthetic appeal, the film is hampered by implausible narrative choices and uneven character development.
| Culture | The film serves as an interesting historical artifact and a worthy addition for collectors of 1980s cinema. | |
| Acting | Lambert Wilson delivers a standout performance that elevates his scenes. | |
| Production | The production quality benefits from a substantial budget, providing a visually grand scale for its era. | |
| Screenplay | The romantic subplot feels rushed, leading to an unearned transition from defiance to devotion. | |
| Screenplay | The action sequences are marred by implausible choreography, particularly regarding the heroine's involvement in combat. | |
| Acting | Critics are divided on Brooke Shields' performance, balancing praise for her striking screen presence against critiques of her modest acting range. |