Review of Ivanhoe (1952) by John Y — 20 Nov 2009

It's really not half bad. A lot better than the book.

This review of Ivanhoe (1952) was written by John Y on 20 Nov 2009.

Ivanhoe has generally received positive reviews.

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By K D (104) on 27 Dec 2008

I was worried I wouldn't be able to follow the movie completely but it turned out to be rather easy to follow, which really allowed for an…

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By Rachel S (689) on 03 Aug 2011

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By Urban H (28) on 01 Nov 2010

I wouldn't call this one of the best swashbuckling adventures, as flixster does. It has it's moments, but it isn't too exciting. It's just okay…

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By Ryan E (478) on 16 Jan 2014

A bit too cheap to be an epic but decent enough. Great cast all gave OK performances but again noting outstanding…

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This is little more than a Robin Hood tale set against a story pretending to have greater meeting…

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By Chrisanne S (256) on 24 Dec 2008

Same old 50's adventure- with the goodness to have a cast that I actually respect. Never did like the plot, either…

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By Aaron B (1,506) on 29 May 2012

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Interesting King Arthur movie, taking place after the crusades while he is being held captive…

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