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The Thief of Bagdad , 1940

Starring: Sabu, Conrad Veidt

Directed by: Ludwig Berger, Michael Powell, Tim Whelan

Written by: Lajos Biro

Language: English

Country: UK

Runtime: 120 min

MPAA Rating:

Rating:7.8

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The Thief of Bagdad can be described as stylized, exciting, and feel good. The plot revolves around wizards and magicians, righting wrongs, and young heroes. The main genres are adventure, family, and fantasy. In terms of style, The Thief of Bagdad is fairytale-like and is a melodrama. In approach, it is fantastical and serious. It is located in Iraq. Visually, The Thief of Bagdad involves special effects. It is a remake. The movie has received attention for being a masterpiece, an award winner, and critically acclaimed. The Thief of Bagdad is well suited for kids and a family outing.

Summary of The Thief of Bagdad

A story of pure fantasy in the best Arabian Nights' tradition stars Sabu as the cunning young thief of Bagdad who encounters evil spells, magic carpets, and endless adventure. THE THIEF OF BAGHDAD has spectacular special effects by any standard and earned four Academy Awards, including Best (Color) Cinematography and Best Special Effects.

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Language:	English
Country:	UK
Release date:	25 December 1940
Runtime:	120 min
Awards:	Academy Awards

Awards

Georges Perinal for Best Cinematography at the 1940 Academy Awards

Awarded Best Color Interior Decoration at the 1940 Academy Awards

Awarded Best Special Effects at the 1940 Academy Awards

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Sabu

as Abu

Conrad Veidt

as Jaffar

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Decent enough movie if you're in a mood for old-fashioned technicolor. The movie is all pretty colors and pretty people; it's fun but not a must-see. Read and rate it

04.September.2009
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by: Michael Cain
Michael Cain rated this movie0/10

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