The Crimson Pirate
Summary:
Half affectionate parody and half enthusiastic tribute to the swashbuckling pirate epics of the 1930's and 40's, The Crimson Pirate stars Burt Lancaster as Captain Vallo, the smiling leader of a pack of unscrupulous pirates. While on the high seas, Vallo and his men spy a well-stocked merchant ship, and waste no time in relieving it of its contents. One of the passengers on the car... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Burt Lancaster - (Capt. Vallo, The Crimson Pirate)
Eva Bartok - (Consuelo)
Nick Cravat - (Ojo)
Torin Thatcher - (Humble Bellows)
James Hayter - (Prof. Prudence)
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Review:
The Crimson Pirate features one of Burt Lancaster's most athletic performances, though the film seems unable to decide whether it's a satire or an adventure story. Fortunately, the satire elements are funny and warm-hearted, and the adventure portion rousing and entertaining. The film has an authentic visual feel, thanks in large part to the ... Continue >>
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