Eagle in a Cage
Eagle in a Cage

Eagle in a Cage

1972Movie98 minEnglish

1815. A soldier becomes the governor of St. Helena and jailer of Napoleon

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Tutelary JohnGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

Set in the early 19th century, this historical drama chronicles the final years of Napoleon Bonaparte's life. Exiled to the remote island of St. Helena, Napoleon grapples with his diminishing power, his past glories, and his bleak future. The film explores his interactions with his captors and his own internal struggles as he confronts his mortality and the end of an era.

Critical Reception

Eagle in a Cage received a muted reception upon its release. While some critics acknowledged the ambitious historical scope and the performance of John Colicos as Napoleon, many found the film to be slow-paced and lacking in dramatic tension. It did not achieve significant commercial success or widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • A somber and reflective look at Napoleon's final days.
  • Suffers from a lack of narrative drive and dramatic impact.
  • John Colicos delivers a committed performance as the fallen emperor.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this historical drama, but its limited release and niche subject matter suggest a modest viewership.

Fun Fact

The film was based on a novel of the same name by John G. L. Coleby.

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Somehow or other, Kenneth Haigh just hasn't the wherewithal to carry off this story of Napoleon's exile on St. Helena. What we are left with, despite decent efforts from Sir Ralph Richardson, Sir John Gielgud and Billie Whitelaw, is really ...