One Million Years BC

"One Million Years BC", as the name suggests, is set in a time known as "one million years BC," during the dawn of humanity. It follows the journey of a young caveman named Tumak (played by John Richardson), a member of a primitive Rock Tribe, who is banished from his tribe by his ruthless father due to a clash of power. Left to fend for himself, he embarks on a perilous journey through a harsh and unforgiving prehistoric landscape.

During his travels, Tumak encounters a more advanced Shell Tribe, led by a compassionate woman named Loana (played by Raquel Welch). The Shell Tribe possesses more sophisticated tools and knowledge, making them better equipped to survive in the hostile environment. Captivated by Loana's beauty and the peaceful coexistence of her tribe, Tumak assimilates into the Shell Tribe to experience different ways of life and learn valuable lessons about cooperation, love, and compassion.

The film's spectacular stop-motion special effects (by Ray Harryhausen) bring prehistoric creatures like dinosaurs, giant turtles, and a menacing Allosaurus to life. And aside from its major focus on visual spectacles, "One Million Years BC" also offers a glimpse into a primitive world and the struggles faced by early humans, creating vivid depictions of a harsh and untamed era to celebrate survival instincts and human spirit in a world where danger lurks at every turn.

Release: 1966

Stars: Raquel Welch, John Richardson, Percy Herbert

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 67%