Review of The Thief of Bagdad (1940) by Mark S — 14 Nov 2008

What a fantastic movie. Great sets, engaging story, tragic hero, beautiful princess, diabolic wizard. Who needs digital effects?

This review of The Thief of Bagdad (1940) was written by Mark S on 14 Nov 2008.

The Thief of Bagdad has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Richard P (588) on 21 Feb 2010

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By Pierre K (147) on 20 Dec 2014

Now I know where the inspiration For Disney Aladdin came from:The Thief of Baghdad.Despite its old age and specials effects,some sluggish scenes…

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By Jacob B (1,524) on 29 Sep 2012

Great fun and holds up well from childhood. Surprisingly violent for 1940. Fantastic, tangible special effects…

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By Steve M (1,420) on 13 Jul 2011

The kind of Movie I can watch any time and be fully entertained. A Masterpiece…

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By Robby R (128) on 20 May 2011

Colorful and fantastical but not as capturing in my opinion as the 1924 silent version (no real relation in story but does contain elements)…

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By Matti K (77) on 14 Feb 2010

Lapsena pidin Bagdadin varasta jannittavana ja hauskan seikkailuelokuvana, mutta surullista kylla, vuodet olivat tehneet tehtavansa ja nyt…

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