Red Sonja (1985) is a sword-and-sorcery fantasy film directed by Richard Fleischer. It stars Brigitte Nielsen as Red Sonja, a fierce warrior seeking revenge for the murder of her family and the destruction of her homeland by the evil Queen Gedren (played by Sandahl Bergman). The movie is loosely based on the character from the Conan the Barbarian comic books, created by Robert E. Howard.

The plot follows Red Sonja on her quest to defeat Queen Gedren, who has seized control of a powerful talisman that grants her immense magical abilities. Along the way, Red Sonja is joined by Kalidor (played by Arnold Schwarzenegger), a mysterious and skilled warrior who aids her in her journey. Together, they face deadly enemies, magical challenges, and brutal battles as they seek to stop Gedren from using the talisman to wreak havoc on the world.

Red Sonja combines action, adventure, and fantasy elements, with epic sword fights, exotic settings, and larger-than-life characters. Though the film was met with mixed reviews upon its release, it has since gained a cult following, particularly for its campy charm, memorable performances, and its portrayal of a strong, independent female warrior in a male-dominated genre.

While Red Sonja didn’t achieve the success of other fantasy films of the time, like Conan the Barbarian, it remains a nostalgic favorite for fans of 1980s fantasy cinema.