REMBRANDT video quality upgrade
This a sharper version without the cropped frames of the other copy here at IA. A luminous biopic of the legendary Flemish painter. Alexander Korda considered this to be his finest film. It also features one of Charles Laughton's greatest early performances. An outstanding supporting cast includes, among others, Gertrude Lawrence and Elsa Lanchester. Directed by Alexander Korda. Released in 1936. Complete print.
Archivist Notes
" The greatest painter and prophet of any period, The French sculptor Auguste Rodin said, "Compare me with Rembrandt! What sacrilege! With Rembrandt, t..."
"Truly enjoyed watching this hidden gem with a wonderful performance of Laughton portraying Rembrandt. "Vanity of vanities; all is vanity"..."
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"Laughton was great and his classical training shows, Korda was a vastly under rated director."
"This is a marvellous biopic, very convincing in its portrayal of a streetwise Rembrandt who has to overcome great personal tragegy, in a role by Laugh..."
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