A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966)
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| Director: | Richard Lester |
| Actors: | Michael Crawford, Michael Hordern, Roy Kinnear, Buster Keaton, Zero Mostel, Jack Gilford, Alfie Bass, Phil Silvers, Annette Andre, Leon Greene |
Based on the Broadway musical comedy, this farce set in Ancient Rome follows slave and scam-artist Pseudolus (Mostel in a signature role) as he attempts to win his freedom by brokering the sale of a virgin. Sondheim's score adds to the appeal.
| Status: | Normal |
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| Run time: | 93mins |
| Origin: | UNITED KINGDOM |
| Aspect Ratio: | 1.85:1 16:9 Enhanced |
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Member Reviews (7)
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Tony S.
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indifferent movie of excellent show
Rosemary H.
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Okay for the sake of nostalgia, had a few good laughs.
Bill K
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A musical comedy before its time.
Bill K
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A classic before it's time
Jason Gibbard
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Peter Curnow
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Geoffrey
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And you thought Monty Python were the funniest portrayors of amcient Rome. Brilliant honest comedy by wonderful actors. A true classic