The year is 1912. Kramer (Harry Andrews) has carved out a private empire for himself in West Africa, complete with a personal militia. But, as his daughter, Erica (Ursula Andress), and the American geologist Dan Rockland (George SegaI) are celebrating their engagement, Kramer's fabulous diamond, The Southern Star, disappears. Dan's African heIper, Matakit, suspected of the theft, fIees into the jungle, pursued by Dan and Erica, who believe him to be innocent, and by Kramer's militia commander, who wants the diamond for himseIf. Based on a Jules Verne taIe, this comedic adventure features excellent performances from its top-notch cast (incIuding Orson WeIIes). Directed by Sidney Hayers (Burn, Witch, Burn! and TV's The Avengers). |