PlatinumRead Just so...so bad

ScoobyMint Disappointment for a huge fan!

Adeel Hail Unshakable, witty and deeply felt, the film will be paying emotional dividends for a long, long time.

Allison Davies The film never slows down or bores, plunging from one harrowing sequence to the next.

Nicole C I thoroughly enjoyed this film. Right from the start it is established that Andre is this witty fella who gets out of chaos by any means necessary. Stewart Granger does a wonderful job playing his character. He was like the Jack Sparrow of the 50's; actually I would not be surprised if the character of Sparrow was influenced by Andre or Scaramouche. Eleanor as Lenore does a great job too, she is almost as equally hilarious as Andre is, however towards the end she becomes more docile and 'damsel-like' which I'm a little annoyed at. But it wasn't so bad. Those two were the highlight of the show for me. Mel Ferrer was good but apart from his sword skills his acting didn't really stand out to me, nor did Janet Leigh's, it was kind of average.The screenplay is really well written and never has a dull moment. I was supposed to read the book for my literature course, but I decided to watch the film instead and I'm so glad I did. In my opinion, it does a wonderful job of condensing the novel into two hours worth of footage. I know that some events have been altered (the marriage of Marquis and Aline was not arranged in the novel), but overall I think that it is pretty accurate. But I'll have to read the book to find out.I don't really know what else to say about the film. It was engaging and comical, had action scenes (that felt a little long and repetitive sometimes), and great characters.Read more movie reviews at: championangels.wordpress.com

ianlouisiana Jimmy Grainger,lovely chap that he was,did not take many of his roles too seriously.Certainly in "Scaramouche"(more erudite pens than mine have gone to a lot of trouble in filling out the historical context) he had a lot of fun and even in his unhappy moments his sense of fun was never too far hidden. A nice line in striped tights did little to hide the fact that his legs were a bit muscular for a fencer,and Mr Mel Ferrer was much better equipped to wield the epee which he does with much aplomb. In the climactic swordfight(which was a devil of a long time coming,I must say)he comprehensively outplays Jimmy but contrives to lose;almost as though he was betting against himself. The French revolution is a fertile ground for film makers with good goodies and horrible baddies although I must say Miss Nina Foch made Marie Antoinette into a far more likable character than is usual. Thousands of innocents went to Madame La Guillotine in a bloodletting that is chilling to contemplate 220 - odd years later. But real life is never allowed to sneak into "Scaramouche",and it is all the better for it. All the same,if I was Mr Mel Ferrer I would be asking to see the judges' cards.......

wes-connors In 18th century France, the air is filled with imminent Revolution. Accused of stirring the masses with pamphlets proclaiming, "equality, liberty, fraternity," handsome actor Stewart Granger (as Andre Moreau) is forced to disguise himself as clownish stage performer named "Scaramouche" to avoid authorities. Learning his best friend Richard Anderson (as Philippe de Valmorin) is actually involved in overthrowing the monarchy, Mr. Granger is drawn into the cause. He finds a major foe in swordsman Mel Ferrer (as the Marquis de Maynes) and romances two beautifully figured women...Red-haired Eleanor Parker (as Lenore) and white-tressed Janet Leigh (as Aline) are well-costumed, as is this swashbuckler from MGM. It's a re-make of the studio's "Scaramouche" (1923), a critical and commercial hit for Ramon Novarro. Interestingly, his rival in the old "silent" was played by Lewis Stone, who has a featured role in this new version. A veteran MGM contract player, Mr. Stone is a standout; Elisabeth Risdon is a fine vis-à-vis. This production's greatest strengths are the colorful art/set direction and a nicely choreographed sword duel between Granger and Mr. Ferrer.****** Scaramouche (5/8/52) George Sidney ~ Stewart Granger, Eleanor Parker, Janet Leigh, Mel Ferrer

Maddyclassicfilms If you love seeing dashing leading men running around in tight trousers,with sword fighting left right and centre then Scaramouche is right up your street.There are many scenes that wouldn't seem out of place in a silent comedy act and you actually don't need dialogue in many parts as everything is conveyed in the actors faces and actions.Credited with what is the longest on screen duel between Stewart Granger and Mel Ferrer this is a film filled with boundless energy,action and a mischievous spirit.This 1952 offering is a remake of the 1923 film of the same name.Set during the days of The French Revolution,Scaramouche follows the dashing playboy Andre Moreau(Stewart Granger)who is the illegitimate son of a wealthy nobleman.He is in love with the feisty and beautiful travelling player Lenore(Eleanor Parker)who tired of waiting for him to return to her agrees to marry a wealthy man who showers her with diamonds.On the day of her wedding Andre wins her back and she agrees to marry him instead.He ends up having to leave her when his best friend Phillipe De Valmorin(Richard Anderson)is suspected of writing material supporting the Revolution and writing under the name Marcus Brutus.The two go on the run and come up against the best fencer in all of France(who is also the cousin of Queen Marie Antoinette).The Marquis DeMaynes(Mel Ferrer)who after killing Phillipe makes an enemy in Andre who trains in the art of fencing to avenge the death of his friends.To escape the clutches of the Maquis Andre meets up with Lenore's travelling troupe and assumes the identity of masked comedian Scaramouche.It all leads to a breathtaking showdown in a Paris theatre that's a must for fans of sword fights.Try and see past the illogical and frankly daft plot holes that pop up along the way and just get lost in it's humour and fun.Featuring an enchanting performance from Janet Leigh as Aline De Gavrillac De Bourbon who may be Andre's half sister,who is also engaged to the Maquis.If your a fan of the dashing Stewart Granger and love adventure films filled with romance then this is one you should enjoy.