The Barbarians makes the exaggerated bodies of its twin heroes part of its fantasy world. Strength is both a practical advantage and a running comic spectacle, set against the familiar sword and sorcery mixture of captivity, villains and quests. The film is most enjoyable when its physical exuberance meets tangible sets and creatures. Watch how the twins divide a confrontation between rivalry and cooperation: their partnership can turn a standard heroic obstacle into a contest about who gets to perform the rescue.