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Topic: Film "The Pirates of Penzance" (1983). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Release date
- Feb 18, 1983
- Genres
- Comedy, Music, Romance, Adventure
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
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Title: The Pirates of Penzance
Year: 1983
Release Date (US): 02/18/1983
Genres: Comedy, Music, Romance, and Adventure
Runtime: 1h 52m
Rating: G
Plot:
Frederic was apprenticed to a pirate by mistake as a child instead of a pilot.
At age 21, his indentures end, and he leaves the pirate service.
Frederic meets Mabel, a daughter (or ward in Chancery) of Major-General Stanley.
They fall in love and decide to marry.
Complications: Pirates decide to marry the rest of the Major-General's daughters.
Complications: Frederic's birthdate is not what it seems.
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Should you watch it?
“A pirate apprentice seeks a normal life but faces unexpected complications regarding his birthdate and love.”
- Features a comedic narrative based on the classic Gilbert and Sullivan opera.
- Combines elements of musical performance with swashbuckling adventure.
- Offers a lighthearted story centered on a pirate apprentice and his romantic pursuits.
- The theatrical, musical style may not appeal to viewers who prefer modern, realistic cinematic storytelling.
Watch it if you enjoy classic musical theater adaptations and lighthearted, farcical storytelling.
This film is a musical comedy with a light, theatrical tone and a runtime of one hour and fifty-two minutes.
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Where can I stream The Pirates of Penzance?
The film is available to rent or buy through various digital platforms.
Is this film worth watching?
The film holds an 80 percent rating on the Tomatometer and an 83 percent popcornmeter rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is the runtime of the movie?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and fifty-two minutes.
Is this a musical?
Yes, it is classified as a musical comedy and is based on a comic opera.
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