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Summary: Timeless
Review: I don't own the dvd or movie (I just put it on my wish list), but this movie is hillarious! My dad rented it for my brother and I when we were younger. I've been trying to find this movie sense then at the rental places, but haven't been able to find it. I've really wanted to show my friends this. They're always skeptical at the age of the movie, but this is totally timeless.
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Summary: A great and entertaining film!
Review: I have seen this film many times and highly recommend
it. Danny Kaye is great in it!
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Summary: Very Funny and clean
Review: This is the perfect family movie, it is extremely funny, and absolutely clean. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good clean laugh.
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Summary: Remember the times ...
Review: ... when they'd cut off frames left and right to make Cinemascope movies 'suitable' for tv screens? It was called formatting to full screen. Now we're being sold widescreen tv's to get the full picture in all its splendor. So far, so good. Only now they're cutting full screen pictures at top and bottom to sell them to us as 'widescreen versions'. Now, this is one of my favorite movies of all times, I can't praise it enough (read all the other reviews ...). But the gall of paramount to sell this as widescreen and at that price (!) is unheard of. If I'd known what I'd get I would have stuck to my excelent VHS copy. Ten stars for the film, but I have to deduct seven for the impertinence of this [...]
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Summary: Life Could Not Better Be
Review: The pellet with the poison's in the flagon with the dragon. The chalice from the palace holds the brew that is true. Easily one of my favorite movies ever. Danny Kaye is one of a kind, and this movie shows his considerable talent to its fullest. My dad insists Scaramouche has the greatest swordfight scene ever. I think this one tops it, with The Princess Bride as a close second. Favorite line--The real king is on the throne, Jean is my very own, and life couldn't possibly better be!
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Summary: A spoof of kings, and the King Of All Spoofs!
Review: Even if you haven't seen (or heard of) "The Court Jester", I'll bet you've seen at least one of its clones..."Start The Revolution Without Me", "Love And Death", "The Princess Bride","The Corsican Brothers", "Robin Hood: Men In Tights" and countless others owe at least part of thier inspiration to this masterpiece. A veritable one-man version of the Marx Brothers, star Danny Kaye glides effortlessly through song, dance, rapid-fire elocution and swashbuckling physical stunts, all delivered with flawless comedic timing. Basil Rathbone is perfectly cast as a scheming member of the King's court, and a very young Angela Lansbury displays quite a knack for physical comedy (especially when she's repeatedly kicking Kaye in the shins while looking "casual" during a memorable song number). Credit must also go to the screenwriter and director for assembling a textbook-perfect blend of comedy, music, adventure and romance. I envy you if you're watching this one for the first time!
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Summary: Real gem of a movie
Review: This is a genuinely funny and charming movie. The cast all have tremendous fun, and there's plenty of time for songs, comical, panto-type escapades and romantic interludes. Basil Rathbone, as the obligatory villain, wields a fencing sword with particular menace. This is the sort of old-fashioned entertainment we should be bringing our children up watching. Good stuff.
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Summary: Gotta Love Danny Kaye!
Review: I've wanted to introduce my kids to classic movies and I decided to start with comedies. I've always been crazy about Danny Kaye - and now my kids are too! They got a kick out of it when they recognized Angela Lansbury and Glynnis Johns, and it's a really cute movie.My only problem with it is that it only has the widescreen format. I made a promise to myself not to waste any money on movies that weren't available in full-screen format, but this movie is worth making an exception to that rule.
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Summary: Charming! GREAT FUN! Danny Kaye is a comedic genius!
Review: I have great affection for Mr. Kaye and this is definitely one of his best films, as well as one of my favorites! He is energetic, to say the least, and his repertoire is astounding... He seems to effortlessly switch between roles (and there are many of them in this film). Plus no one can match his ability to sing the delightful, tongue-twisting tunes his wife, Sylvia Fine, writes for him. Though this film is a musical comedy, it also has action & romance. Glynis Johns is wonderful as fellow spy & love interest... and there is a whole slew of great supporting actors & actresses, such as Angela Lansbury & Basil Rathbone. Overall, it is charming & great fun! A fresh & hilarious interpretation of medieval times.
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Summary: Nobody's Fool
Review: How can I express my admiration for this movie? Of course it's not vulgar and doesn't contain gratuitous ANYTHING except laughs, but what makes it so unique is the pure joy the actors find in their roles. Being an actor myself, I can only dream of finding a part as difficult/rewarding as the Court Jester. .and being half as talented as Danny Kaye! The production looks beautiful (check it out on DVD!)and it's that rare movie that everyone can enjoy without feeling like they're buying into some nostalgic period piece that's only revered for its age. This is what movies are at their best. It's so eerie to see Angela Lansbury young. . .Basil Rathbone is silkily menacing. Kaye's mannerisms are all toned down, and only the sublime ones remain. The costumes are lavish and wonderful to look at; the supporting actors are all memorable. It works on every level. My favorite part is the hilarious song Kaye sings to entertain the court. Check out his grin. 1,000 words cannot do justice to this great work, but going out and seeing it will.
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