"Piercing Drama of La Fitte - Man or Devil ?"
Overview
During the War of 1812 against the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland: General Andrew Jackson has only 1,200 men left to defend New Orleans when he learns that a British fleet will arrive with 60 ships and 16,000 men to take the city. In this situation an island near the city becomes strategically important to both parties, but it's inhabited by the last big buccaneer: Jean Lafitte. Although Lafitte never attacks American ships, the governor hates him for selling merchandise without taxes - and is loved by the citizens for the same reason. When the big fight gets nearer, Lafitte is drawn between the fronts. His heart belongs to America, but his people urge him to join the party that's more likely to win.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 01 Dec 1958 |
| Runtime | 119 min |
| Rated | Approved |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States |
Direction
Anthony Quinn
The Buccaneer is directed by Anthony Quinn. The film has received recognition: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 1 nomination total.
Writers
Jesse Lasky Jr., Harold Lamb, C. Gardner Sullivan, Bernice Mosk
Cast
Yul Brynner
Jean Lafitte
Claire Bloom
Bonnie Brown
Charles Boyer
Dominique You
Inger Stevens
Annette Claiborne
Charlton Heston
Gen. Andrew Jackson
Henry Hull
Ezra Peavey
Lorne Greene
Mercier
E.G. Marshall
Gov. William Claiborne
Ratings & Reception
The film has received generally positive reviews with an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 2,844 votes.
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Produced by Paramount Pictures.