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Classic Films in Focus: THE THIEF OF BAGDAD (1940)

Virtual Virago Posted by Jennifer Garlen on May 19, 2014

Producer Alexander Korda’s lavish revision of the 1924 silent version of The Thief of Bagdad marks a key moment in the evolution of the fantasy adventure film. It would prove an inspiration to imaginative filmmakers for generations to come; its influence is clearly seen, for example, in the Si read more

Classic Films in Focus: THE THIEF OF BAGDAD (1940)

Virtual Virago Posted by Jennifer Garlen on May 19, 2014

Producer Alexander Korda’s lavish revision of the 1924 silent version of The Thief of Bagdad marks a key moment in the evolution of the fantasy adventure film. It would prove an inspiration to imaginative filmmakers for generations to come; its influence is clearly seen, for example, in the Si read more

Classic Films in Focus: THE THIEF OF BAGDAD (1940)

Virtual Virago Posted by Jennifer Garlen on May 19, 2014

Producer Alexander Korda’s lavish revision of the 1924 silent version of The Thief of Bagdad marks a key moment in the evolution of the fantasy adventure film. It would prove an inspiration to imaginative filmmakers for generations to come; its influence is clearly seen, for example, in the Si read more

THE THIEF OF BAGDAD (1924): NEVER WERE MOVIES MORE MAGICAL

A Person in the Dark Posted by FlickChick on May 14, 2014

Last night I had a dream fulfilled: I saw Douglas Fairbanks' THE THIEF OF BAGDAD on the big screen.  I'm a modern movie goer who is a fan of film of all eras. I love the earliest to the latest, as long as it suits my fancy. And, boy, did this film suit! It embodied all that I absolutely ho read more

The Thief of Bagdad (1940)

Flickers in Time Posted by Beatrice on Mar 7, 2014

The Thief of Bagdad Directed by Ludwig Berger, Michael Powell, and Tim Whelan Screenplay by Miles Malleson, Scenario by Lajos Biró, Story by Miklos Rosca 1940/UK London Film Productions Repeat viewing/Netflix rental Why this hugely influential Technicolor special effects extravaganza does not qualif read more

Fun Size Review: The Thief of Bagdad (1924)

Movies Silently Posted by Movies, Silently on Apr 28, 2013

Douglas Fairbanks is a thief but what he really wants is to marry a princess (Julanne Johnston) and so he sets off on a treasure hunt that will win her hand. But wouldn’t you know it, those dadblasted villains take over Bagdad and it’s up to our thief to take it back. Meltingly gorgeous read more

THE THIEF OF BAGDAD (1924) On Blu-ray

The Hitless Wonder Movie Blog Posted by Dan Day Jr. on Mar 4, 2013

One of the most famous silent films of all time, THE THIEF OF BAGDAD, has been restored and released on Blu-ray by the Cohen Media Group. This version was restored from two 35mm negatives and it incorporates all the color tints and tones of the original release prints. The result is simply outstandi read more

THE THIEF OF BAGDAD (1924) On Blu-ray

The Hitless Wonder Movie Blog Posted by Dan Day Jr. on Mar 4, 2013

One of the most famous silent films of all time, THE THIEF OF BAGDAD, has been restored and released on Blu-ray by the Cohen Media Group. This version was restored from two 35mm negatives and it incorporates all the color tints and tones of the original release prints. The result is simply outstandi read more

The Thief of Bagdad (1924) A Silent Film Review

Movies Silently Posted by Movies, Silently on Feb 1, 2013

Douglas Fairbanks is the titular thief who uses his burglaring ways to win a princess, defeat the Mongols and generally save the day. Bonus: I will also be reviewing the 1940 talkie version starring Sabu and Conrad Veidt. Click here to skip to the talkie reviews. Douglas Fairbanks is all about stu read more

O Ladrão de Bagdá / The Thief of Bagdad (1940)

Critica Retro Posted by Lê on Jul 8, 2011

O Ladrão de Bagdá / The Thief of Bagdad (1940) Primeira versão sonorizada e em cores do filme estrelado em 1924 por Douglas Fairbanks, O Ladrão de Bagdá é uma história de amizade, malandragem, cobiça, magia e, como não podia deixar de ser, amor. O estreante John Justin é Ahmad, príncipe read more



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