By thefed on Skatehive
Released in 1987, Masters of the Universe brought the popular He Man franchise to the big screen with a live action twist. It had a built in fan base from the toys and animated series, and expectations were high. What audiences got was something a little different. Not quite the epic fantasy many expected, but still an entertaining ride that has built a loyal following over the years. The film was directed by Gary Goddard, making his feature film debut. Goddard leaned into the action and spectacle while working within the limits of the budget. Instead of spending the entire film in the fantasy world of Eternia, much of the story takes place on Earth, which gave the movie a very different feel compared to the source material. Dolph Lundgren stars as He Man, and physically he looks the part. He brings the presence and strength you would expect from the character. While the role does not give him a ton of dialogue, Lundgren carries himself like a true action hero and fits the role well. F