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The Court of the Pharaoh

1985·Movie
1h 38min
59
DecentGoodWatch score

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Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

  • Pathos7
  • Nostalgia7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Plenty of satire and sharp wit

  • Satire & Parody9
  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Dark Humor7

World

History, society, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography6

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About

In the early Spanish Civil Post-war, in Madrid, during the most hard times of the Franco dictatorship, a group of second-rate players try to get out of their wretched lives taking advantage of the artistic caprices of the son of a rich man who supports the regime. They try to stage a Pre-war 'zarzuela' (a sort of Spanish operetta), 'La Corte Del Faraón', which ironically, thirty years later, is too obscene for the regime censorship. They finally manage to perform the 'zarzuela' but end up in the police station where they confirm that justice depends on which side are you on
Historical SatirePolitical ComedyMusical Theater AdaptationCensorship & ArtFranco-Era SpainWitty DialogueDark HumorCultural CommentaryEnsemble CastSpanish Cinema Classic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Court of the Pharaoh worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Court of the Pharaoh rated?

Sexual contentStrong language

Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How long is The Court of the Pharaoh?

1 h 38 min

The Court of the Pharaoh runs 1 h 38 min.

What language is The Court of the Pharaoh in?

Spanish

It was made in Spanish. Produced in Spain.

In how many countries can I watch The Court of the Pharaoh?

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