Review of The Man Who Would Be King (1975) by Mjs M — 22 Sep 2008
This is an odd one, on one hand I found this an enjoyable little romp, on the other hand its attitudes toward race are a little less than ?PC.? This John Huston directed effort features some really fun performances by Michael Kaine and Sean Connery, it?s a fun adventure story, and it has some really funny moments.
However, it?s based on a Rudyard Kipling story, and as such it has a pretty offensive attitude in regards to British colonialism. The Afghan tribe the characters run into are completely stereotypical and are depicted as little more than ignorant savages.
Maybe I?m just being too sensitive, but I couldn?t? help but find the film?s attitudes a little disturbing. That said this is a very well made romp.
This review of The Man Who Would Be King (1975) was written by Mjs M on 22 Sep 2008.
The Man Who Would Be King has generally received very positive reviews.
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