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The Mark of Zorro

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When corrupt Governor Alvarado (George Periolat) crushes the poor people of Spanish California under his iron heel, wealthy fop Don Diego Vega (Douglas Fairbanks) sheds his silks, dons a mask and cape and becomes the legendary Zorro, defender of the people. Infuriated by Zorro's meddling, Alvarado dispatches his right-hand man, Captain Ramon (Robert McKim), who has a score to settle with Zorro for stealing away the object of his desire: the lovely Lolita Pulido (Marguerite De La Motte).

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J. R. Jones Chicago Reader Fairbanks cuts a jolly and dashing figure as Zorro... Aug 11, 2022 Full Review Michael Sragow The New Yorker Douglas Fairbanks's first great acrobatic epic, from 1920, set the standard for zesty swashbucklers. Nov 16, 2015 Full Review Steven D. Greydanus Decent Films You haven’t seen Zorro until you’ve seen Douglas Fairbanks Sr. as Zorro in the 1920 silent swashbuckling classic The Mark of Zorro… It’s amazing how far we haven’t come. Rated: A Nov 1, 2002 Full Review Carl Sandburg Chicago Daily News Doug's latest picture will be considered by thousands to be his best. Dec 14, 2021 Full Review Alan Ng Film Threat The Mark of Zorro... slowly sets the stage and effectively builds the tension and anger of Don Diego as he shifts from merely lurking in the shadows to save the innocent to inspiring a movement to take down the evil governor. Rated: 7.5/10 Jun 10, 2021 Full Review Austin Kennedy Film Geek Central It's exciting, thrilling, romantic, and thoroughly entertaining.. And it's all anchored by a rousing performance from Douglas Fairbanks. This is what going to the movies should be about: Pure escapism! Rated: 3.5/4 Apr 18, 2013 Full Review Read all reviews

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acsdoug D I enjoyed this one, although I doubt the story is sophisticated enough for modern audiences. There's no nuance or subtlety here, the villains are irredeemably and/or comically bad, the hero is invincible, and the heroine is in need of saving, all punctuated by the exaggerated gestures and facial expressions of the early silents. That doesn't bother me though, and Fairbanks' athleticism is truly impressive. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 04/10/24 Full Review Dustin D Zorro's screen debut is melodramatic and a bit too obvious, but is fast-paced and the stunts hold up 100+ years later. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/25/23 Full Review Ethan S Lots of fun to watch Douglas Fairbanks 'parkour' his way around the set. Easy to see how much fun and excitement he brought to the screen with the sheer physicality of his acting, literally diving into the role of Zorro with great aplomb. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/02/21 Full Review Audience Member The best thrilling and inspiring movie ever made! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member A great romp. saw it in a theater accompanied by a Wurlitzer Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review Audience Member The first of many Zorro films which is arguably the most entertaining & enduring. Douglas Fairbanks was simply made for this role with his never ending charisma & energy. The story is simple but it's the dialogue between Fairbanks & the supporting cast that's so great...there is some excellent action also. His stunt work is just so well executed & despite it's intent it's a funny film that is simply just a crowd pleaser. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/31/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When corrupt Governor Alvarado (George Periolat) crushes the poor people of Spanish California under his iron heel, wealthy fop Don Diego Vega (Douglas Fairbanks) sheds his silks, dons a mask and cape and becomes the legendary Zorro, defender of the people. Infuriated by Zorro's meddling, Alvarado dispatches his right-hand man, Captain Ramon (Robert McKim), who has a score to settle with Zorro for stealing away the object of his desire: the lovely Lolita Pulido (Marguerite De La Motte).
Director
Fred Niblo
Producer
Douglas Fairbanks
Production Co
Douglas Fairbanks Pictures
Genre
Adventure
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 2, 2017
Runtime
1h 30m
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