She

She

Year: 1984

Runtime: 106 mins

Language: English

Director: Avi Nesher

AdventureActionFantasyEpic heroesFantasy adventure heroism and swordplay

In a twisted post‑apocalyptic setting, Sandahl Bergman's fierce heroine joins two brothers on a desperate mission to save their kidnapped sister. Their journey pits them against orgiastic werewolves, a psychic communist, a tutu‑clad giant, a mad scientist and ruthless gladiators, culminating in a final showdown with the evil Norks.

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Timeline & Setting – She (1984)

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Time period

23 years after a nuclear war

Society has regressed into tribal kingdoms born from the ashes of a global catastrophe. Radiation-created mutants grant strange abilities that fuel power struggles and ritualized combat. Technology is primitive, and travel between territories is perilous, fueling epic journeys across a harsh landscape.

Location

Nork fortress, Urech lands, post-apocalyptic wasteland

The setting is a fractured, post-nuclear-war world where rival tribes vie for dominance across ruined landscapes. Central locations include the Nork fortress and the matriarchal Urech lands, with many other tribal territories in play. Life operates under constant danger, with gladiator-style clashes, improvised settlements, and shifting alliances shaping daily survival.

⚔️ Tribal conflicts 🪨 Wasteland ruins

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Main Characters – She (1984)

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Tom (David Goss)

Tom is driven by the rescue of his sister Hari and an instinct to protect his companions. He is quick-thinking, practical, and increasingly aware of the wider dangers in this fractured world. His resourcefulness helps the group navigate unfamiliar tribes and deadly traps.

🧭 Determined 🛠️ Resourceful

Dick (Harrison Muller Jr.)

Dick is Tom’s loyal friend who joins the quest after Hari’s capture. He is brave, reliable, and forms a close bond with Shandra, contributing to the group’s morale amid brutal clashes. His protective instincts often steer decisions during perilous moments.

🤝 Loyal 🗡️ Brave

Hari (Elena Wiedermann)

Hari is Tom’s sister, captured by a powerful tribe. Her resilience and determination become a catalyst for the expedition, and she grows into a crucial ally whose fate intertwines with the group’s success.

🎗️ Resilient 🧭 Courageous

She (Sandahl Bergman)

Known simply as She, she leads the matriarchal Urech clan and embodies a tempered blend of prophecy and authority. Her alliance with Tom and Dick shifts the balance of power and opens a path toward cooperation rather than domination.

👑 Leader 🗡️ Strategic

Shandra (Quin Kessler)

Shandra is She’s loyal lieutenant in the Urech army, steadfast in battle and pragmatic in strategy. Her presence adds emotional complexity to the journey, including a budding closer bond with Dick.

🛡️ Lieutenant ❤️ Loyal

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Major Themes – She (1984)

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🔮 Destiny

A seer’s prophecy drives the alliance between She and the travelers, suggesting a destined meeting with a man they are meant to meet. The story explores whether destiny governs choices or if characters can redefine their fates.

⚔️ Conflict

Every encounter with a tribe leads to battles that test courage and strategy. The post-apocalyptic setting turns survival into a battleground where power is seized through combat, traps, and sudden betrayals.

🛡️ Alliance

Protections and loyalties shift as Tom, Hari, and She ride between rival clans. Trust is earned through shared goals, enabling fragile coalitions against stronger forces like the Norks.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 13:04

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