Review of Gigot (1962) by Tony B — 28 Jan 2008

Jackie Gleeson is fantastic in this!! Great movie.

This review of Gigot (1962) was written by Tony B on 28 Jan 2008.

Gigot has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Paul P (1,688) on 09 Sep 2008

Great little flick back from the '60s, showcasing Gleason's talent as a writer/performer and Kelly's eye for directing…

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By Private U (13,627) on 29 Jun 2007

Gleason won an academy award for his performance, and he didn't say one word. A real tear jerker…

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By Rodrigo D (154) on 11 Dec 2007

Esta es la pelicula, que me hizo fanatico del cine; la primera que me hizo carcajear y llorar…

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By Lorne M (7) on 18 Jul 2009

Jackie Gleason gives a heart-wrenching performance as a kind, mute janitor who befriends a little girl in the slums of Paris…

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By Philip H (303) on 15 Apr 2007

I LOVE this movie - makes me cry every single time…

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By Brian S (2,291) on 17 Feb 2008

Jackie Gleaseon really pours on the charm in this one. Your heart will break then smile with joy in this genius film…

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By Greg W (4,011) on 17 Aug 2010

You can't help but love The Great One in this movie…

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With a stellar performance from Gleason and a gut-wrenching plot, this picture will be sure to leave you crying at the end if you have a soul…

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Written and directed by Gleason,this film is heartwrenching and funny,poignant and touching…

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Nothing but a vanity project for Jackie Gleason. The concept and story is his. The overbearing musical score is his…

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