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At Camelot, not even Hank's impending doom--not to mention the temporal disconnect--can stop him from making eyes at Alisande (Rhonda Fleming). Codgerly, chronically allergic Arthur (Cedric Hardwicke) is impressed with Hank's hubris and dubs him Sir Boss. Problems arise when Hank woos Alisande to Sir Lancelot's ire, while Merlin (Murvyn Vye) has it in for virtually everyone.
A too-convenient deus ex machina and truncated finale mute the happy ending. The story and the performances are understated amid the pomp of the lavish production values (Ray Rennahan's vivid camerawork handily takes it all in), but in these days of virulently overheated storytelling (even in family films), the casual nature of the work here seems a distinct virtue. --David Kronke
| CATEGORY: | Video |
| DIRECTOR: | Tay Garnett |
| THEATRICAL RELEASE DATE: | 22 April, 1949 |
| MANUFACTURER: | Mca Home Video |
| MPAA RATING: | NR (Not Rated) |
| FEATURES: | Color, HiFi Sound, NTSC |
| TYPE: | Comedies & Family Ent., Movie, Musicals |
| MEDIA: | VHS Tape |
| # OF MEDIA: | 1 |
| UPC: | 096898060134 |
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Customer Reviews of Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court
a great and enchanting film This film, "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, is so very romantic and charming. It is a great escape movie into a wonderful land of Camelot, that makes oyu bleieve it could really be. Rhonda Fleming and BIng Crosby are both wonderful in it and a very romantic and beautiful couple. The song "Once and for Always," is one of th elovliest an dmost heartfelt songs ever. It's a must see film for the entire family, an done never tires of watching it. Each time of viewing it is like the first time. Bing has some catchy tunes and is great as Hank the machanic. It has a charm and old fashion romance that is so often lacking in today's films.
A great Movie adaptation
The adaptation of Mark Twain's book "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court" to the screen left in the fun parts of the story and took out all the point of the book. The book contains many lessons and thoughts that did not make it into the movie. However the movie is fun to watch and can be quite funny.
An auto mechanic and inventor Hank (Bing Crosby) is transported back to A.D. 528 with his almanac. After realizing where he is, he uses his wits and knowledge of the future to survive. He has many adventures. He helps a King (Cedric Hardwicke) to understand his people, overcomes a tyrant and finds a loyal friend (William Bendix). Naturally being Bing there is music and incantations to blot out the sun. Eventually there is true love Alisande (Rhonda Fleming). The movie leaves the questions: Will Hank settle down with his love or will he be dispatched with one of his own inventions?
Yankee Stay Here
Amidst the current state of world affairs, which usually concern the Mideast, this is a couple hours of light entertainment. Bing Crosby provides romance, song, and humor. William Bendix in a support role adds some charm and humor as well. This film has done well over the years because of the good mix of characters and the excellent sets and costumes. It is well worth a look. I pre-ordered it on DVD to be delivered 3/4/03.