Review of The Thief of Bagdad (1924) by Wezul S — 16 Aug 2013
This 2.5-hour epic is still dazzling entertainment, despite a dated touch of anti-Asian racism. Douglas Fairbanks is a bit over the top with all his macho posing and grand arm gestures, but his charisma and wiry athleticism is spectacular.
The mix of lavish sets and sharp matte paintings is a visual thrill, and the special effects are quite impressive for their time. The depictions of the magic rope and carpet are especially sharp, even if the wires holding up the carpet are often visible.
The underwater sequence is also a lot of fun.
This review of The Thief of Bagdad (1924) was written by Wezul S on 16 Aug 2013.
The Thief of Bagdad has generally received very positive reviews.
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