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The Thief of Bagdad [VHS]

starring: Conrad Veidt, Sabu, June Duprez, John Justin, Rex Ingram
directed by: Zoltan Korda, Ludwig Berger, Michael Powell

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Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 9780792845966
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Original recording reissued, NTSC
ISBN: 079284596X
Label: MGM (Video & DVD)
Manufacturer: MGM (Video & DVD)
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: MGM (Video & DVD)
Release Date: July 05, 2000
Running Time: 106 minutes
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Theatrical Release Date: December 25, 1940

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Editorial Review:Often hailed as the greatest fantasy film ever made, The Thief of Bagdad (1940) was producer Alexander Korda's crowning achievement. Deservedly winning Academy Awards for art direction, color cinematography, and special effects, this Arabian Nights adventure appeals to all ages with its fantastical tale of Abu (Sabu), the little thief who befriends the prince of Bagdad (John Justin) and foils the nefarious plans of the evil grand vizier (Conrad Veidt), who seizes control of Bagdad and covets the princess of Basra (Joan Duprez). From its gorgeous, epic-scale sets to flying horses, magic carpets, and, best of all, Rex Ingram's towering jinni of the bottle, this Thief has all the magic of the tales that inspired it, and vibrant Technicolor brings it all to life in dazzling style. Six esteemed directors worked on this infamously troubled production, but the final result exceeded all expectations, becoming an instant classic that endures to this day. --Jeff Shannon

Customer Reviews

Average Rating: out of 5 stars

Rating:

- In a sneaky was, as good as the Wizard of Oz
The Bottom Line:

A glorious Technicolor adventure that is reminiscent of the beloved Wizard of Oz in the way that it combines high adventure and lovable characters in a manner that will appeal to people of all ages, The Thief of Baghdad is really a delightful film that hasn't attained full "classic" status but richly deserves it.

3.5/4

Rating:

- An Early Favorite
What a marvelous classic. And with Sabu as the thief, Conrad Veidt as the scheming sorcerer/villian and Rex Ingram as the genie no less. Although the "special effects" are laughably primitive by todays standards, they work and only add to the charm of this wonderful fantasy/adventure. Many of the scenes have a dream like appearance that is most memorable. June Duprez is ravashing as the heroine and John Justin shines as the handsome dethroned king and her heroic suitor.

Rating:

- This movie is fun, Fun, FUN!
Folks, if you like good old fashioned adventure, hocus pocus, and mumbo-jumbo mixed with colorful photography minus the graphic blood & guts-fests of modern times that you could watch with the whole family, then this is for you!

Not to be confused with the also-excellent Douglas Fairbanks silent flick of 1924 (the story is almost completely different) or the actual tale of Aladdin in the ARABIAN NIGHTS, this is simply a wonderful piece of entertainment and a DVD worth the price. This ... Read More

Rating:

- Full of Eastern Delight
This movie is recommended on Roger Ebert's site.

Considering this was made in 1940, the effects are amazing with towering genies and flying carpets, and a special world filled with vibrant colors, amazing storytelling, and sparkling dialogue.

According to Ebert his 7 year old grandchild loved it, so it has a classic timeless quality about it.

The version I saw also featured commentaries with both Martin Scorsese and Francis Coppola, who were both inspired by ... Read More

Rating:

- Thief of Bagdad
I saw this film as a child and didn't remember the title, so searched for the original movie for years under various movie titles, Magic Carpet, etc. Finally, at age 68, accidentally stumbled upon it only to find out it was a film classic. Didn't remember it being in color, so probably color enhanced since original release in 40's. Worth a watch for all ages. Very entertaining for the young at heart.

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