I know there's nostalgia playing its role here because obviously the special effects, puppet monsters, etc are dated to the time period but this is by far one of my favorite fantasy adventure movies. So much heart, personality and story. Warwick is amazing of course, so glad he was cast in this lead role. Kilmer, people make fun of this role for him, I think its one of his best roles. Madmartigan has so much personality and contrasting values along side Willow's character it made the duo amazing, and seeing the personal growth of both characters as they overcome odds and expectations as well as the growth of their friendship was just a joy in story telling. Madmartigan is my favorite fantasy character of any movie i've ever seen.
If you've never seen this movie you may have a hard time appreciating it due to the dated effects, but if you can get on board with older films, the story and adventure is just awesome.
Spoiler - About the NEW sequel series coming up - It would be super fun if (this being years later) Willow ever crossed paths with Elora Danan, and her adoptive parents, Sorsha and Madmartigan (Joanne Whalley & Val Kilmer). Or at least get wind of what they've been up to and how they are faring, as Elora was basically the chosen one of the original story. ♥♥♥♥