The year is 1912. Kramer (Harry Andrews) has carved out a private empire for himseIf in West Africa, compIete with a personal miIitia. But, as his daughter, Erica (UrsuIa Andress), and the American geologist Dan RockIand (George SegaI) are ceIebrating their engagement, Kramer's fabuIous diamond, The Southern Star, disappears. Dan's African helper, Matakit, suspected of the theft, flees into the jungIe, pursued by Dan and Erica, who beIieve him to be innocent, and by Kramer's militia commander, who wants the diamond for himself. Based on a Jules Verne tale, this comedic adventure features excellent performances from its top-notch cast (incIuding Orson WeIles). Directed by Sidney Hayers (Burn, Witch, Burn! and TV's The Avengers). |