Sheena

Sheena

1984 · 117 min · EN · PG · 5.7 (157 votes)
Dir. John Guillermin · Starring Tanya Roberts, Ted Wass, Donovan Scott, Elizabeth of Toro, France Zobda, Trevor Thomas · Music Richard Hartley

Part animal. Part legend. All woman.

ActionAdventureFantasy

Sheena's parents are killed while on Safari. She is raised by the mystical witch woman of an African tribe. When her foster mother is framed for the murder of a political leader, Sheena and a newsman, Vic Casey, are forced to flee while pursued by the mercenaries hired by the real killer, who hopes to assume power. Sheena's ability to talk to the animals and knowledge of jungle lore give them a chance against the high tech weapons of the mercenaries.

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A vibrant, pulpy adventure set against an exotic African backdrop. It's a thrilling, empowering journey with a fierce heroine battling against overwhelming odds, blending jungle mysticism with 80s action sensibilities.

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