Nell Gwyn (1934)
“How should I know what… pleases your majesty?”
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Review: It’s easy to see why the king would fall for Nell, with her infectious laugh: … and ability to effectively skewer all pretentions — as in the amusing scene where she appears on stage dressed in an outlandish version of an outfit the Duchess had been so excited to show off to society: Freddie Young’s cinematography and fine sets make the entire affair a pleasing one to sit through. While it’s not must-see viewing, it’s recommended. Note: This film is listed on IMDb and Wikipedia as 85 minutes long, but the version I saw was only 71 minutes; I wonder if I missed some of the censored scenes? Notable Performances, Qualities, and Moments: Must See? Links: |
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First viewing. Not must-see.
It’s (sort of) amusing to discover some of the titles that Peary made a point of including in his lists. Oh, like this curio, for instance. It’s easy-enough to pass the time with, I suppose, but it’s not particularly memorable. It will mostly please fans of the period it takes place in, though its historical accuracy may be another matter and its length doesn’t really allow for enough depth. (I also saw the 71-minute version.)
Wikipedia tells us: “The film flopped in the US but was a big success in the rest of the world.”