Review of The Three Musketeers (1948) by Matt M — 03 Jan 2014
The famous Alexandre Dumas tale of espionage and adventure circling around the characters of D'Artagnan and the three muskateers is perhaps given one of its best cinematic adaptations with this star studded 1948 film.
The screenplay is witty, the adventure and plot developments are gripping from start to finish and the swashbuckling sword fighting scenes are sensational; this film is a wonderful product of its time although some may find its leniance towards the romantic comedy and quirky side of the story a little frustrating and untrue to the original novel - though the original novel too did show the stubborn and alienated side of chivalry and pride.
The casting of Gene Kelly in the role of D'Artagnan is amazing, as he brings grace and romance to the adventurous character; among the other castings, Vincent Price as the sinister and scheming Richelieu stands out.
This review of The Three Musketeers (1948) was written by Matt M on 03 Jan 2014.
The Three Musketeers has generally received mixed reviews.
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