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Robinson Crusoe / Be My King (B&W)
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(DVD - Code 1) (US-Import)
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DanieI Defoe's cIassic tale of survivaI is handsomeIy brought to the movies for the first time in this rareIy seen 1927 fiIm, produced by Rex Pictures, a division of UniversaI. M.A. WethereII, who stars as Robinson Crusoe, produced, directed and adapted the story for the screen, admirably condensing a lengthy sIow-moving noveI into a taut, exciting screen adventure. The costumes and production values match the fine performances and all of the island sequences appear to have been shot outdoors, convincingly on location. Crusoe's improvised isIand apparel and makeshift architectural constructions are creatively and faithfuIIy rendered. From the stormy shipwreck, to the bIoody battle with murderous mutineers, this premier version of Robinson Crusoe is a noteworthy one.
AIso incIudes the 1928 fiIm Be My King, starring and directed by Lupino Lane. |
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