The Beggar's Opera


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The Beggar's Opera
Running Time: 94 min.
Produced By: / Warner Brothers

Summary:
Laurence Olivier makes his singing debut in this lively adaptation of John Gay's 18th century theatrical piece +The Beggar's Opera. Olivier stars as Captain MacHeath, the leader of all bandits and cutthroats in England. MacHeath is in love with Polly... Full Summary >>

Cast and Crew:
Laurence Olivier (Capt. MacHeath)
Stanley Holloway (Lockit)
George Devine (Peachum)
Daphne Anderson (Lucy Lockit)
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Review:
A strange but fascinating and entertaining curio, The Beggar's Opera is not for all tastes but will prove irresistible to aficionados of musicals, especially those with a knowledge of musical theater history. The John Gay piece from which the film is ... Continue >>

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