Son of Ali Baba
In ancient Persia the son of Ali Baba (of forty thieves fame), Kashma Baba is a military cadet by day and a party goer by night. He falls for a girl who he later finds is an escaped slave girl belonging to the wicked Caliph. They flee to his father's palace. But alas, there's more to her than meets the eye. Will the evil schemers succeed? The sons of the Forty Thieves to the rescue!
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Plot Summary
In 16th-century Persia, Ali Baba's son, Hussein, returns from his studies to find his father's kingdom usurped by the evil Sultan. Hussein must rally loyalists and rediscover the legendary treasure of his father to reclaim his rightful throne and protect his people from tyranny.
Critical Reception
Critically, 'Son of Ali Baba' was a typical Hollywood adventure film of its era, primarily designed for escapist entertainment. It received a generally lukewarm reception from critics who noted its colorful visuals and adventurous plot, though some found its storytelling formulaic and its acting somewhat wooden.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its vibrant Technicolor presentation and swashbuckling action.
- Criticized for a predictable plot and less-than-stellar performances.
- Seen as a lightweight but entertaining escape into a fantasy realm.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment leans towards it being a classic, if unspectacular, adventure film that holds up for its nostalgic value and straightforward heroic narrative.
Fun Fact
The film was one of Universal-International's early uses of their new CinemaScope format, although it was later re-released in standard aspect ratio.
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