The Thief of Bagdad - Criterion Collection
by Alexander Korda
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Actor: Allan Jeayes, Conrad Veidt, Miki Hood, Rex Ingram, SabuDirector: 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, 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
Movie Reviews of The Thief of Bagdad - Criterion Collection
Movie Review: An Early Favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
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.
Summary 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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