The Adventures of Baron Munchausen(Die Abenteuer des Baron von Münchhausen)
UK/W. Germany (1988): Fantasy
Monty Python's Terry Gilliam directs this wild, wild version of the stories of Baron Munchausen, pushing the limits of 1989 special effects technology to bring us such sights as a horse divided in half and running around in two parts, and a giant Robin Williams with his head flying off his shoulders. Basically, this is a treat for Gilliam fans, as the sustaining idea of the film runs out of steam, and manic energy alone keeps the momentum going. Casual viewers might find it tedious after awhile. There are nice parts for fellow Python Eric Idle, as well as Sting, Alison Steadman, and Uma Thurman as a dazzlingly beautiful Venus on a half-shell. Gilliam had greater artistic and commercial success with Brazil, The Fisher King, and 12 Monkeys.-- Tom Keogh, Amazon.com
4 nominations
· Art Direction 1989: Dante Ferretti - Art Direction, Francesca Lo Schiavo - Set Decoration
· Costume Design 1989: Gabriella Pescucci
· Makeup 1989: Maggie Weston, Fabrizio Sforza
· Visual Effects 1989: Richard Conway, Kent Houston