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Time Bandits is a 1981 British fantasy adventure comedy directed by Terry Gilliam and co-written by Gilliam and Michael Palin. It follows Kevin, a history-obsessed boy who joins six dwarfs using a stolen map of holes in space and time, leading to encounters with historical and legendary figures. Combining elaborate fantasy settings, absurdist comedy, and a child's perspective, the film was produced by HandMade Films and features David Warner as Evil and Ralph Richardson as the Supreme Being.
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What did the dwarves in Time Bandits steal to travel through history?
In Time Bandits, the group of six dwarves steals a map that shows all the holes and portals in the space-time continuum. They use this map to jump between different historical eras to steal treasures.
Who directed and co-wrote the 1981 film Time Bandits?
Time Bandits was directed by Terry Gilliam and co-written by Gilliam and fellow Monty Python member Michael Palin. The film was one of Gilliam's first major successes as a solo director.
Which famous historical and legendary figures make appearances in Time Bandits?
The film features encounters with several well-known figures, including Napoleon Bonaparte, Robin Hood, and King Agamemnon. Sean Connery notably portrays King Agamemnon, while John Cleese plays a comedic version of Robin Hood.
What is the ultimate origin of the map in Time Bandits, and who pursues the dwarves?
The map was created by the Supreme Being, who the dwarves refer to as the Owner of the Universe. Throughout the film, the protagonists are pursued by the Supreme Being as well as the personification of Evil, who wants the map to reshape the world.
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