Watch When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth

When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth is a classic sci-fi adventure film that hit the theaters in 1970. It is a sequel to the Hammer Studio's One Million Years B.C. and shares similar themes of prehistoric life on Earth. The movie takes place in a time long before humans, where the Earth is ruled by dinosaurs and other deadly creatures. The plot of the film begins when a tribe of tree-dwelling humans is fleeing from a group of dinosaur predators. The humans, led by Sanna (Victoria Vetri), a blonde, blue-eyed, and scantily-clad tribal woman, seek refuge on a beach. The group of humans, including the tribal elder, Tara (Patrick Allen), and her partner, Khaku (Robin Hawdon), discover that they are not alone. They find a cave which contains a group of primitive humans that are unlike any they've seen before. The pagan tribe, led by the vicious Ayak (Drewe Henley), keep a secret - they perform human sacrifices to appease their sun god.

Later, Sanna's tribe is captured by the Ayak's group, and she becomes a victim of a planned sacrifice. Luckily, just as the sacrifice ritual is about to happen, a strange meteor shower hits the Earth, causing massive destruction and change. Sanna is saved by a mysterious, blond-haired caveman who appears out of nowhere and seems to possess special powers. He kills the sacrificial priest and escapes from the angry pagan tribe.

The blond-haired stranger, named Tara (also played by Patrick Allen), is a survivor from another tribe that perished in a previous meteor shower. Tara possesses knowledge about the meteor that has hit the Earth and its potential danger to the dinosaurs. Sanna and Tara form a bond, fall in love, and set out to explore the prehistoric world. They encounter numerous obstacles and face deadly enemies, including carnivorous beasts and even other tribes competing for survival.

When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth is a visual spectacle, with its stunning landscape and excellent stop-motion animation, which still stands up well to contemporary standards. The movie's soundtrack is also impressive, complementing the film's epic theme with a haunting tone.

However, the movie is also limited by its script, which can be slow at times, and some poorly executed attempts to enhance the dramatic impact in certain scenes. The story also fails to provide much backstory or character development, and the behavior of the characters is often difficult to understand. The film could have benefited from stronger direction and a tighter script.

Despite these flaws, When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth stands out as an enjoyable and unique science-fiction adventure film. It provides a glimpse into an imaginative prehistoric world and seamlessly transports the viewers to a world where humans coexisted with dinosaurs. The film's visual effects and soundtrack make it a must-see for science-fiction enthusiasts and dinosaur lovers. The movie also provides a fascinating look at the evolution of special effects over time, particularly through its innovative use of stop-motion animation.

In conclusion, When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth is a classic sci-fi adventure film that still holds up. It is a visual feast that takes the viewer into the exciting world of prehistoric life filled with danger and wonder. Despite a flawed script and uneven direction, the movie remains an enjoyable must-see for anyone interested in science-fiction, fantasy, and dinosaur films.