The Thief of Bagdad - Criterion Collection

The Thief of Bagdad - Criterion Collection
by Alexander Korda

The Thief of Bagdad - Criterion Collection

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Actor: Allan Jeayes, Conrad Veidt, Miki Hood, Rex Ingram, Sabu
Director: Alexander Korda
Brand: Image Entertainment
Cinematographer: Georges P?rinal
Cinematographer: Osmond H. Borradaile
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC, Restored
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 106 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-05-27
Audience Rating: Unrated
Studio: Criterion Collection

DVD Reviews of The Thief of Bagdad - Criterion Collection

DVD Review: Thief of Bagdad
Summary: 5 Stars

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.

DVD Review: Good for children.
Summary: 5 Stars

I bought this movie, "The Theif of Bagdad", because I have a nine-year-old Grandson. I don't know enough about the new Movies to select one that is good for children. He liked it, No dirty words no nudity! It was great, I had also watched this movie as a younger person. Thank you.

DVD Review: This film should be dropped over Bagdad because it's a bomb!
Summary: 1 Stars

If you are a masochist then this is the film for you! I could have spread the special effects on my pizza because they're so cheesy. People loved this movie in 1940 which makes me think it was a time before eyeglasses were invented. Someone gave me this film on videocassette last year and now I use it as a door stop. The plot made as much sense as a left handed hammer. If you think you hear a strange sound during the movie, don't be alarmed. It's just you snoring!

DVD Review: The 1924 Version with Douglas Fairbanks is the Original
Summary: 4 Stars

This is a remake of the 1924 silent version starring Douglas Fairbanks.

The 1924 version is more spectacular.

DVD Review: Douglas Fairbank's best work
Summary: 5 Stars

Directed by Raoul Walsh in 1924, THE THIEF OF BAGDAD is definitely the OG Arabian Nights fantasy in Silent Film. A 1940 Technicolored version was released starring Sabu but the two versions are complete opposites. The biggest difference is that the 1924 version starring Swashbuckler Douglas Fairbanks does not have a Genie popping out of a bottle to grant 3 wishes.

With lavish production sets and great trick photography, THE THIEF OF BAGDAD is both visually stunning and far ahead of its time. Reported to be on of the first Million Dollar productions of the time, you can see that the money was spent on the sets. Douglas Fairbanks gives the performance of a lifetime in this classic tale set in "The Dream City of the East."

Description of The Thief of Bagdad - Criterion Collection

Legendary producer Alexander Korda's marvel The Thief of Bagdad, inspired by The Arabian Nights, is one of the most spectacular fantasy films ever made, an eye-popping effects pioneer brimming with imagination and technical wizardry. When Prince Ahmad (John Justin) is blinded and cast out of Bagdad by the nefarious Jaffar (Conrad Veidt), he joins forces with the scrappy thief Abu (the incomparable Sabu, in his definitive role) to win back his royal place, as well as the heart of a beautiful princess (June Duprez). With its luscious Technicolor, vivid sets, and unprecedented visual wonders, The Thief of Bagdad has charmed viewers of all ages for decades.

Special Features
* - SPECIAL EDITION DOUBLE-DISC SET FEATURES:
* - New digital transfer, from restored film elements
* - Two audio commentaries: one featuring renowned directors Francis Ford Coppola and Martin Scorsese, and one with film and music historian Bruce Eder
* - Visual Effects,, a documentary about the technical achievements of The Thief of Bagdad
* - The Lion Has Wings (1940), Alexander Korda's propaganda film for the English war effort, created when The Thief of Bagdad went into production hiatus
* - Excerpts from codirector Michael Powell's audio dictations for his autobiography
* - Excerpts from a 1976 radio interview with composer Miklos R?zsa
* - Stills gallery featuring rare images of the film's production and photos shot in Dufaycolor Optional music and effects track
* - Theatrical trailer
* - PLUS: A booklet featuring new essays by film scholars Andrew Moor and Ian Christie

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

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