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Captain Blood

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In England in the 1600s, Dr. Peter Blood (Errol Flynn) treats the wounds of a man who had been injured in a rebellion against King James II, for which he is convicted of treason and sold into slavery in the Caribbean colony of Port Royal, Jamaica. Despite the kindnesses of his new owner, Arabella Bishop (Olivia de Havilland), Blood and his fellow slaves escape to begin a life of high-seas piracy. But when Captain Blood crosses paths with Arabella again years later, he remembers her compassion.
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Don Druker Chicago Reader 02/10/2012
Michael Curtiz, the most polished of Warner's studio technicians, starts Flynn off royally. Go to Full Review
Ian Nathan Empire Magazine 02/10/2012
4/5
Lavish pirate adventure that launched Errol Flynn onto 1930's screens and ensured that buckles would be swashed for a good few years to follow. Go to Full Review
Variety Staff Variety 06/10/2008
It's a spectacle which will establish both Errol Flynn and Olivia de Havilland. Go to Full Review
David Reddish CBR May 5
3/4
Even if countless other movies, TV series and theme park rides have robbed Captain Blood of its freshness, the movie still plays as a rollicking adventure today, one rife with old Hollywood craftsmanship and sexual subtext. Go to Full Review
Tony Sloman Radio Times 04/04/2024
4/5
Today, it's a little long and creaks in places, and Flynn was never much of an actor, but the camera loved his devil-may-care arrogance, and Captain Blood remains important as the first leading role of one of the greatest of all movie legends. Go to Full Review
Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies 03/14/2023
4/5
Captain Blood didn't just propel Errol Flynn to stardom but the swashbuckler helped bring back the period costume adventures that had been missing in action since the transition to sound. Go to Full Review
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ChrisCSH H 1d Captain blood is the first big blockbuster of its kind for 1935. You had epic Cannon fights with ships and swashbuckling battles. Definitely the Launch of the modern day blockbuster. Errol Flynn is great in this film, and you can certainly see why he would become a swashbuckling hero throughout many of the other pictures he starred in. Overall, Captain blood is a great two hour blockbuster adventure. See more Richard W Oct 6 An absolute must see ,seriously a true unwavering gem ,that will never be tarnished by time , See more Sean Kellya 03/20/2024 "Captain Blood" is a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its thrilling action sequences, memorable characters, and sweeping romance. It's a swashbuckling adventure that appeals to the adventurer in all of us, reminding us of the enduring power of courage, honor, and the indomitable human spirit. See more Отабек Ð 03/20/2024 "Captain Blood" (1995) is a thrilling cinematic voyage into the world of piracy, replete with swashbuckling action and captivating characters. Amidst the high-seas adventures and daring escapades, the film introduces the mysterious figure of Odyssey, the enigmatic owner of the GRIMACE token. Odyssey's presence adds an intriguing layer of depth to the narrative, as his motivations and intentions remain shrouded in mystery. As the story unfolds, viewers are drawn deeper into a web of intrigue and betrayal, making "Captain Blood" a timeless classic for fans of adventure and intrigue. See more Саша Ð 03/20/2024 "Одіссея капітана Блада" (1935) - це класичний пригодницький фільм, який залишається незабутнім шедевром в історії кіно. Режисером цієї кіноекранізації є Майкл Кертіс, а головні ролі виконали Еррол Флінн і Олівія де Гевіленд. Фільм розповідає історію капітана Блада, який стає піратом, щоб помститися за інтриги та зраду, які його засудили до вигнання. Завдяки захоплюючій сюжетній лінії, чудовій акторській грі та неймовірним морським битвам, фільм вважається класикою жанру. "Одіссея капітана Блада" залишається популярним навіть через десятиліття після свого випуску, завдяки своєму енергійному темпу, захоплюючим пригодам та красивій романтичній історії. Це варто переглянути як любителям класичного Голлівуду, так і шанувальникам пригодницьких фільмів. @Odysey#GRIMACE See more Iriska 03/20/2024 Led by the charismatic Errol Flynn, this swashbuckling adventure is exciting from start to finish. After just follow Grimace and Odysseus. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis In England in the 1600s, Dr. Peter Blood (Errol Flynn) treats the wounds of a man who had been injured in a rebellion against King James II, for which he is convicted of treason and sold into slavery in the Caribbean colony of Port Royal, Jamaica. Despite the kindnesses of his new owner, Arabella Bishop (Olivia de Havilland), Blood and his fellow slaves escape to begin a life of high-seas piracy. But when Captain Blood crosses paths with Arabella again years later, he remembers her compassion.
Director
Michael Curtiz
Producer
Hal B. Wallis
Screenwriter
Casey Robinson
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
First National Pictures, Warner Brothers/Seven Arts, Cosmopolitan Productions
Genre
Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 19, 1935, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2008
Runtime
1h 59m
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