Nov 16, 2022danielm75 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Out of the three versions of this movie (the other two being the 1938 version with Leslie Howard, and the late 1990's version with Richard Grant), this version is the one that sticks closest to the novel (actually two novels combined: The…
Sep 19, 2021ACEMYMCPL rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I'd never thought I'd side with the French Aristocracy about facing off against Madame Guillotine, but you have to commend The Scarlet Pimpernel for trying.
This T.V. movie is fantastically done. A well-written script, sword fights,…
Sep 08, 2020Spiderson rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
They seek him here, They seek him there
Those Frenchies seek him everywhere!
The Scarlet Pimpernel is a masterpiece of videography, almost as good as the cherished Princess Bride. Full of hilarious lines, surprising plot twists, and a…
Sep 04, 2020oPod rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I never thought I'd side with the "artist-O-crats" post the French Revolution, but this fun romp expanded my horizons. A young version if the ageless Jane Seymor, ageless so what's the difference. Hammy acting done just right. A pleasant…
Jul 11, 2018ausnos rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Sink me. What a stellar cast. I was not sure that I would enjoy this movie because I disliked Andrews' foppish, vain mannerisms. Still, it does take place in the late 18th century, one of the more prominent points in history that I…
Dec 14, 2015Dave99_0 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Great locations, costumes and acting. Ian McKellen was outstanding as Chauvelin, the deceitful citizen responsible for arresting aristocrats and sending them, their wives and their children to the guillotine. IMHO, I would rate "The…
Jun 28, 2012ddonster rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
One of my favorite movies. Anthony Andrews is great along with the always beautiful Jane Seymour. Interesting to see Ian McKellen as the villain long before he played Magneto in the X-Men movies. Fun and entertaining!
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May 21, 2012boppa30 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Oct 25, 2011rosiew rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
OMG!!! This movie is AWESOME! I would suggest it to anyone who likes a bit of fun and humor along with some action and adventure. You are always surprised and pleased with the Scarlet Pimpernel's tricks and schemes. It's also good for many…
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The Scarlet Pimpernel