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1956
101 min
A
flawlessly executed, beautifully designed genre parody. Danny Kaye, in his
best film, stars as a lowly valet who rises to become the leader of a
peasant rebellion aimed at restoring the rightful heir to the throne of
England. He disguises himself as a court jester to gain access to evil
baron Rathbone, the real power behind the throne, and overthrow his
oppressive rule. Genius cast handles the laughs with dash and aplomb, but
the real surprise is Rathbone, whose charmingly villainous manner and
comedic timing provide the perfect foil for Kaye's antics. |
