Barb Wire

It’s stupid and poorly directed, but there are still a few clever ideas to be found. It’s definitely not one of the worst films of all time, it has far too cool of a protagonist for that, as well as surprisingly well-shot action, and most importantly, a healthy dose of satire and self-parody. Pamela Anderson stylishly delivers her lines while her long hair flies in the air as coolly as she does in her sexy leather outfit. The opening water dance alone is worth watching. The plot is absolutely empty and uninteresting, but nothing else can be expected. That said, the portrayal of the USA after the second civil war looks quite interesting, and the panoramic shots of the distant smokestacks of a destroyed city slightly mirror those from Blade Runner. Decent mindless entertainment, with Pamela Anderson adding one star. Her best role. (09/08/2006)

Anyone complaining about the quality of Judge Dredd should watch this gem of a comic adaptation beforehand. It's quite possible that Judge Dredd would then skyrocket to unimaginable heights. It's a typical B-movie production, relying on Pamela Anderson's silicone-enhanced chest as the biggest draw for viewers. The plot is utterly pedestrian, devoid of any unexpected twists, and the execution is subpar. There's a noticeable lack of impactful scenes, and the budget was evidently constrained. It's best to forget about this comic adaptation as quickly as possible. Pamela's overacting deserves no more than a 15% overall impression. (18/01/2008)

Barb Wire is not a classic, either in the comics or the movies. The character is relatively new, having originally been published by Dark Horse in 1993. And the film itself is a typical product of its time, perfect material for Pamela Anderson fans. Others have no reason to waste their time with it. (28/07/2020)

I got exactly what I wanted. Pamela Anderson. I simply felt nostalgia from my childhood, when I was in love with Pamela. Not quite in the style of Borat, but puberty does its thing. And so I enjoyed this film, especially because its course is very B-movie-esque. That striptease at the beginning is awesome. Too bad it’s at the beginning. (31/01/2017)