Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold

Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold

Year: 1986

Runtime: 99 mins

Language: English

Director: Gary Nelson

MysteryComedyActionAdventure

Richard Chamberlain reprises his role as Allan Quatermain in the sequel to King Solomon’s Mines. When his brother Robeson vanishes while searching Africa for a fabled ‘white tribe’, Quatermain tracks his trail. Upon arriving he uncovers the Lost City of Gold, ruled by ruthless Lord Agon, whose armies force white slaves to mine its riches.

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Timeline & Setting – Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold (1986)

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Time period

Late 19th century

The story unfolds during the colonial era, when explorers pushed into uncharted regions in search of wealth and fame. Expeditions relied on limited technology, personal valor, and shifting alliances, making every crossing a test of endurance. The imperial backdrop frames a clash between adventurous exploration and the deadly lure of gold.

Location

Colonial Africa, Walls of Japora, Lost City of Gold

Set against the backdrop of colonial Africa, the expedition travels across harsh desert terrain to reach the Walls of Japora and the fabled Lost City of Gold. The landscape blends arid deserts with hints of jungle and ruins, offering peril and wonder in equal measure. The city is depicted as a place where Black and White inhabitants live with political intrigue and a leadership that shapes the fate of its people.

🌍 Africa 🗺️ Expedition 🏛️ Lost City

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Main Characters – Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold (1986)

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Allan Quatermain

A seasoned explorer who longs for new adventures while remaining protective of Jesse. He is resourceful, brave, and determined, leading the expedition to locate his presumed-lost brother and the legendary city.

🧭 Explorer 🗺️ Leader 💪 Determined

Jesse Huston

Allan's fiancée, practical and fiercely loyal. She alternates between frustration and resolve, ultimately supporting Allan's dangerous quest and sharing in the risks and rewards of the journey.

💪 Independent 💖 Loyal Partner 🌟 Courageous

Umslopogaas

A fearless warrior and longtime ally of Allan, he defends the group with a massive axe and shows courage, loyalty, and leadership.

⚔️ Warrior 🛡️ Protector 🗡️ Loyal

Swarma

A spiritual guru who accompanies the expedition, guiding the group with prophecy and ritual. His wisdom is shrouded in mystery as the journey unfolds.

🪄 Mystic 🗺️ Strategist 🤫 Secretive

Agon

The High Priest and power-hungry antagonist who uses fear and political manipulation to control the Lost City. His ambition drives the plot toward a cataclysmic showdown.

👺 Villain 🧭 Dangerous 🏛️ Priest

Robeson Quatermain

Allan's brother, discovered alive within the city and seemingly at peace. His reappearance reinforces the personal stakes of Allan's expedition.

👨 Brother 🗺️ Explorer 🤝 Ally

Nyleptha

The noble queen who embodies virtue and leadership within the Lost City, standing against Sorais' scheming and defending her people.

👑 Queen 🕊️ Leader 🗡️ Strategist

Sorais

Nyleptha's sister and rival claimant to the throne, a power-hungry figure whose schemes threaten the city’s fragile harmony.

👑 Queen 🗡️ Rival 🔥 Ambitious

Esbowe Warrior Chief

Leader of the local warriors who joins the defenders against Agon, contributing martial prowess and a sense of frontier justice.

🗡️ Warrior Chief 🛡️ Protector 🪖 Ally

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Major Themes – Allan Quatermain and the Lost City of Gold (1986)

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💎 Greed & Power

Gold drives both defense and conquest in the Lost City, turning wealth into weaponry and motivating both heroes and villains. The High Priest Agon and Sorais manipulate the allure of gold to consolidate control, while Allan tests his leadership and morality under immense pressure. The molten-gold finale exposes how wealth can corrupt or redeem, depending on who wields it.

🛡️ Leadership & Unity

Allan must unite diverse allies—from Umslopogaas to Robeson Quatermain and the local inhabitants—to resist tyranny. The expedition tests trust, strategy, and sacrifice as the group navigates booby-traps, ambushes, and political intrigue. The turning point arrives when collective courage empowers the city to stand against Agon and his forces.

💖 Love & Loyalty

Jesse's bond with Allan evolves from initial tension to steadfast partnership as she supports his dangerous quest. Their relationship provides emotional grounding amidst peril and treasure-hunting chaos. The final kiss and shared celebration reaffirm that personal loyalty and love endure through danger and discovery.

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