Zero Mostel, Buster Keaton, Phil Silvers and an all-star cast scam their way through this boisterous romp amidst gorgeous girls, mistaken identities, stunning surprises, cunning disguises and great Sondheim songs.
A wily slave must unite a virgin courtesan and his young smitten master to earn his freedom.
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SEE THE PLAY!Although the movie is funny, the play is perhaps the funniest thing put on ever. This movie is nowhere near as good..Score: 3/5
FunnyMy school put on a play about this, and it was hilarious. im happy to say the movie was even better! definitely download if you need a good laugh..Score: 5/5
Hilarious farceThis is plain old hilarious farce (in the model of Plautus). I am concerned (however) that some reviewers here with a "background" in the theatre have got their panties in a bunch over this film. Apparently the film doesn't conform to the way they believe the Sondheim play should be performed (the phrase "musical theatre snob" is almost an oxymoron ... but not quite). In any case, don't let the presence of strangling bloomers dissuade you. Who cares if Sondheim would approve? Who cares if this is a faithful reproduction of the stage original? (psst: the answer here is "no one should care"). The numerous shots (done in some bizarre realist style) of the denizens of a poorly constructed ancient Rome add -- and do not detract -- from the general absurdity. The romantic male lead is "barely male" -- and that's great! I'd take a funny gelding over a blowhard romancer any day of the gosh darn week. Gosh darn it! Zero Mostel does chew up and defecate over the scenery but that's what a film like this demands. I highly recommend this film ... and not to boast but I've got some pretty formidable taste..Score: 5/5
A classicA classic musical! Sadly, it's best seen in the theater (and I'm not, in any way, a theater snob). This is funny, but not nearly the best rendition of the musical. Still, it's got a top-notch comedy cast, and Zero Mostel is wonderful. Warning: it's a tremendously un-PC movie, whether you are liberal or conservative. Just laugh. It's good for you..Score: 3/5
Should have known betterSure....it's a classic, but if you're not into 1960s ridiculous farce with a slathering of musical, this is not for you. I was hopeful it would be better, what with the previous reviews. Sadly disappointed.....but it is a classic from that era..Score: 2/5
My favorite movieEven after all these years, this remains my favorite film. If you like clever musicals and zero mostel, you can’t go wrong..Score: 5/5
A Comedy Tonight!!Kudos to iTunes for finally bringing us "something appealing, something appalling, something for everyone, a comedy tonight!", as the song goes. All the songs in this musical, including the one mentioned, are memorable and hilarious, and so is the plot! Overall, a must see!.Score: 5/5
Worst Musical Adaptation.... ever!I love this musical... and I HATED this movie adaptation of it. Eighty percent of the wonderfully written Sondheim musical numbers were either neutered or completely tossed out altogether. Yes, it stars several 20th century comedic greats, like Zero Mostel (who originated the stage role of Pseudolus), Phil Silvers, Jack Gilford and Buster Keaton.... But this is no "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" parade of talent: there's nothing they could do to save this disaster. I'm not exaggerating. Director Richard Lester took what was an hilarious, high-paced, well-written musical comedy burlesque (and unashamedly so).... and turned it into the WORST example of the 1960s zany sex comedy (a genre which has its place, when well-executed). I have seen porn with higher production value than this. Seriously, if you loved (or even liked) this stage musical (or are a Sondheim fan)... avoid this movie!.Score: 1/5
A true classic!I love this movie! It made me laugh harder than any movie I've seen in a while. I'm generally not a fan of musicals, but that doesn't stop me from loving this movie! The songs are just as funny as the spoken parts, and because of this one often forgets that it's actually a musical. This is a true classic comedy. And, as always, Zero Mostel is an absolute riot! If you haven't seen it, you MUST. Whether through iTunes or not..Score: 5/5
Wish I never bought itIn short, it sucked. Jokes/gags were lame and cheesy. The score or “music” was a challenge to sit through. Watching vintage Popeye cartoons would of been time better spent. Don’t believe me? Find a streaming service and you’ll see. The cast should of been sent to Vietnam after this movie came out in 1966..Score: 1/5
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Watch this MovieThe trailer doesn't do it justice - this is movie is hilarious. Very fast-paced farce - and if you're too serious for fast-paced farce, just remember that it's based on the works of the Roman playwright Plautus. Those Romans knew how to have fun!.Score: 4/5
AMAZINGThis is one of the most hilarious things I've ever seen..Score: 5/5
Funniest Movie I've Seen.This is Zero Mostel at his best, a true comedian of his time. You'll laugh all the way through it..Score: 5/5
Comedy tonight says it all!Slapstick at it's best. Some of the greatest comedians are in this one. Zero Mostel has one of the best facial scenes I have ever seen. Laugh all the way through it..Score: 5/5
If you like the Three StoogesThis is an annoyingly stupid movie with one half-decent tune. Too bad Buster Keaton had to go out on this one..Score: 2/5
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