Product: The Court Jester [VHS] (1956)
Rating: 5.0
Charming! GREAT FUN! Danny Kaye is a comedic genius!
I have great affection for Mr. Kaye and this is definitely one of his best films, as well as one of my favorites! He is energetic, to say the least, and his repertoire is astounding... He seems to effortlessly switch between roles (and there are many of them in this film). Plus no one can match his ability to sing the delightful, tongue-twisting tunes his wife, Sylvia Fine, writes for him. Though this film is a musical comedy, it also has action & romance. Glynis Johns is wonderful as fellow spy & love interest... and there is a whole slew of great supporting actors & actresses, such as Angela Lansbury & Basil Rathbone. Overall, it is charming & great fun! A fresh & hilarious interpretation of medieval times.