Directed by:
Rowland V. LeeCinematography:
Archie StoutComposer:
Werner JanssenCast:
Charles Laughton, Randolph Scott, Barbara Britton, John Carradine, Gilbert Roland, John Qualen, William Farnum, Henry Daniell, Reginald Owen, Sheldon Leonard (more)Plots(1)
An adapted account of famed 17th century pirate Captain William Kidd (Charles Laughton), who, in an effort to enhance his fortune, persuades King William III (Henry Daniell) to hire him as the guardian of a royal ship carrying a cargo of his majesty's treasure. Kidd has the task of keeping enemy ships at bay to allow the King's riches a safe voyage, but the Captain has his own greedy plans for the loot. (Echo Bridge Entertainment)
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Charles Laughton is such a talented actor that he can beautifully carry even in this otherwise somewhat rough pirate drama, especially when the scenes on the ship aren't particularly great. Interiors are what this film excels in, and it benefits greatly from the acting mastery not only of the main protagonist but also of the other characters.
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