Review of Hans Christian Andersen (1952) by Rose G — 06 Jul 2006

Who can resist the genius that is Danny Kaye?

This review of Hans Christian Andersen (1952) was written by Rose G on 06 Jul 2006.

Hans Christian Andersen has generally received positive reviews.

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I have this movie in my collection and the grandchildren love it it keeps them enthralled for the whole time it is playing, Danny kaye is perfect…

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By Ria H (22) on 13 Nov 2007

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By Sam S (1,174) on 13 Sep 2007

C'mon, classic. more of my dad's imput…

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By Jamie C (1,664) on 15 Jul 2007

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By Paul D (6,077) on 12 Aug 2013

Enjoyable musical that doesn't try to be a biopic, merely something fun…

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By Daeli F (12) on 22 Oct 2007

Danny Kaye was terrific he could act, sing, dance and make you laugh. This was a great movie…

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By Donna . (87) on 04 Nov 2007

This movie is little known but it's such a good film with wonderful dance sequences, superb performances and lovely songs…

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By Phil H (1,145) on 08 Aug 2014

No, it's not a biopic of the famous Denmark storyteller, but, as the opening credits declare, a fairy tale of this great spinner of fairy tales…

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By Elizabeth N (358) on 03 Jan 2008

An amazing film. Danny Kaye was perfectly cast as Han's and the songs were incredible. A wonderful way to spend an evening…

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