Product: The Court Jester [VHS] (1956)
Rating: 5.0
King Of Jesters
Without a doubt this is one of the most hilarious musical comedies. Danny Kaye at his very best with his play on words, fake foreigh language routines, double talk and comedic expressions. Also the rest of the cast is wonderfully funny, all of which are known for their serious dramatic roles. Angela Lansbury is both beautiful and wonderful as the princess. The film is a take off of every Robin Hood and Knights In Shinning Armor story, and the "Knighting" of the jester scene is fall down laughing hilarious. There are so many stand-alone funny scenes that it's hard to pick a favorite. The movie has always been a family favorite with both my children and now with my grand children. My six year old grandson asks to see it almost everytime he visits. This is truely a Family Film. Watch it together and after you will find yourselves repeating much of the routines, from "Get it-Got it" to the "deaf grandchild" and the "pellet with the poison" routine. The movie has become a kind of cult film among lovers of comedy movies and has appeared on several greatest comedies of all time lists.