The Rose Of Baghdad
The Rose Of Baghdad

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The Rose Of Baghdad

1949
Movie
76 min
Italian

Princess Zeila, daughter of Caliph Oman III, is preparing to review the nobles who aspire to her hand. The sinister Prince Jafar plots in the shadows: the young musician Amin will see to it that love can triumph, with the help of the Genie of the Lamp.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Friz FrelengGenres: Animation, Family, Musical

Plot Summary

A young Egyptian woman named Badroulbadour longs for adventure beyond her quiet village. She dreams of seeing the world and experiencing life outside her sheltered existence. When an opportunity arises, she embarks on a journey that leads her to the bustling city of Baghdad, where she encounters new friends and faces unexpected challenges.

Critical Reception

While "The Rose of Baghdad" was a visually ambitious project for its time, it garnered mixed reviews upon its release. Critics praised its colorful animation and musical numbers but found the plot to be somewhat thin and derivative of other Arabian Nights-inspired tales. Audiences were generally entertained, though it didn't achieve widespread popularity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant and detailed animation.

  • Noted for its pleasant musical score and songs.

  • Criticized for a predictable and somewhat simplistic storyline.

Google audience: Audience feedback generally points to the film's visual appeal and musical elements as its strong suits, with many appreciating the classic animation style. However, some viewers found the narrative to be less engaging compared to other animated features.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the first animated features produced in Technicolor outside of Disney, with a significant portion of its production taking place in Egypt before completion in the United States.

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