(Also in the film version My Fair Lady - but Audrey Hepburn, well.) To Arthur's infinite sorrow, his queen and love falls hard--irrevocably so--for his friend and ally, and he is forced to choose between indulging the hatred that overwhelms him as a man, and the nobility that accompanies his stature as a king. Most of the performances are well done, particularly David Hemmings as Mordred who is deliciously devious and even detestable. Must we talk about Mordred? The story of the marriage of England's King Arthur to Guinevere. As Camelot draws to its climax, one can't help but feel a slight sense of disappointment; a feeling, perhaps, that the opportunity for something fabulous has been missed. Mordred, Arthur's illegitimate son, arrives at Camelot determined to bring down the fellowship of the Round Table by stirring up trouble. The original cast recording was the best selling record in the country for over a year. Sir Lionel Why not? When Logan returned to the Dorchester after having his morning jog, Harris ambushed him about the role, and Logan finally relented, as Harris offered to pay for his own screen test. It made him a very rich man. With the help of Richard Harris, Vanessa Redgrave, Franco Nero, and Dave Hemmings, these individuals shaped and molded their unique roles with great care and perfection. You Iie! Oh, Clari, do you think there's any chance of meeting one? : You'II sling me over your shoulder and carry me off! He's the wisest man aIive. Everyone will want to join. Basil Hoskins was interviewed for Sir Paul and Sir Mellion. According to his autobiography, "the castles in England are either in ruins or have modern additions, whereas Spain is filled with entire castles that were built in the Middle Ages." Sir Lionel The eventual demise of each of the three main characters, which I'm emphatically *not* going to reveal but you might suspect anyway if you know any Arthurian folklore, is heartrending and quite well played-out. Filming & Production [31] Bosley Crowther of The New York Times called Redgrave "dazzling" but criticized the film's conflicting moods and uncomfortable close-ups. Impressed, Logan hired Kline as cinematographer. According to the Los Angeles Times, she met the Italian actor Franco Nero on the set of the 1966 movie "Camelot." Adorably, she played Guinevere and he played Lancelot. Was there ever a more inconvenient marriage of convenience? by Anonymous reply 17 Where's the knight pining so for me? He claims it is an excellent place to live happily forever. Everybody is going to judge whoever is cast, especially if it isn't the original stars. Camelot (1967) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Directed by Joshua Logan Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) verified as complete Produced by Music by Cinematography by Richard H. Kline . Arthur ponders how distant Guenevere has become recently ("How to Handle a Woman"). Guinevere "I am in Rome, and Vanessa is in London," Nero laments from his home in Italy. [16] However, Logan desperately wanted to cast Vanessa Redgrave after watching her performance in Morgan A Suitable Case for Treatment (1966). Won't there be jealousy? He's not even English. [51], Best Actor Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, Best Original Song Score or Adaptation Score, Best Actor in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, "William Orr Seeks Burton, Taylor, Goulet For 'Camelot' Movie Leads", "Jack Warner Appoints Orr Vice President", "American album certifications Soundtrack Camelot", Recording Industry Association of America, "Camelot: 45th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray", Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, "A city commemorates its very own 'King Arthur', https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Camelot_(film)&oldid=1151444026, "I Wonder What the King is Doing Tonight", Redgrave, Gary Marshal, Anthony Rogers and Peter Bromilow, "If Ever I Would Leave You Love Montage", This page was last edited on 24 April 2023, at 02:54. Franco Nero's singing was dubbed by Gene Merlino of the group The Mellowmen Quartet. So it is with the 1967 production of "Camelot" staring a plethora of names. Guinevere Andrews, ultimately, did not get to reprise her role, because Joshua Logan wanted Vanessa Redgrave for the role. Camelot opts for having Arthur (Richard Harris) skip through an icy forest on a soundstage, clinging to fairylit boughs and singing about being scared of girls. Despite his vows of celibacy, Lancelot falls in love with Guenevere. I simply adore it. Guinevere asked Warner. : King Arthur tragic and inspiring film adaptation.well done. To do such a ridiculously peaceful thing? King Arthur All this takes its toll on Arthur's disposition, and Guenevere tries to cheer him up ("What Do the Simple Folk Do?") You'II Ieap on me and throw me to the ground! There are not many perfect movies but CAMELOT is one of them. Ginny, I - I love you. And he's French. King Arthur : : Nero as all Italian men is about Nero (in other words, "How can I look more ravishing than the women in this thing?"). : The costumes do convey that of an overexcited queen (not the regal/born into type). You simply MUST see CAMELOT. Now I never really bought into Julie Andrews as Guinevere in the music from the Original Cast, and I don't see her as a strong woman my mind's eye. White's book "The Once and Future King", feels heavy-hearted on the screen, weighted down with ornate songs (unevenly performed) and endless talk. : Arthur is left alone on the battlefield, and Camelot is only a memory. 6/10 Bethany Cox, Expensive pomp and pageantry with somewhat of a tin ear. franco nero is mis cast as lance ,even his dialoge was dubbed!! They made the right casting choice for the movie. [22] Logan explained to the Los Angeles Times that "it was absolutely necessary since we expect to do everything right in this pictureeven to matching Spanish and Hollywood cobblestones. King Arthur The film is recognized by American Film Institute in these lists: Despite its high cost, Camelot was widely criticized for its cheap appearance because it had obviously been filmed on an architecturally ambiguous set amidst the chaparral-covered hills of Burbank, and not an authentic medieval castle amidst the green hills of England. Richard Harris .. King Arthur Vanessa Redgrave .. Guenevere Franco Nero .. The Alcazar de Segovia, with its mansard roofs and numerous turrets reminiscent of Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty's castle, was used for Sir Lancelot's home in Gaul (France). They are not singers. Guinevere [50], A life-size statue of Richard Harris, as King Arthur from this film, has been erected in Bedford Row, in the centre of his home town of Limerick. The story of the marriage of England's King Arthur to Guinevere. : After an exhausting debate, Logan got her to record the lyrics in English. [speaking] "..a fleeting wisp of glory, called Camelot. Richard Harris is quite simply magnificent as arthur,the best actor to play the role on stage or screen. Arthur knights Tom and gives him his ordersrun behind the lines and survive the battle, so that he can tell future generations about the legend of Camelot. He's my teacher. Reg Whitehead was seriously considered For Sir Paul. This type of sword showed up in the mid-16th century. I sobbed like a baby. [26][27], Following the location shoot in Spain, the filming unit took a hiatus until Redgrave finished her stage duties. Technical Specs, Warner Bros. 100th Anniversary 1960s Movies. Harris replied, "I don't give a fuck. : Vanessa Redgrave burst into tears, and announced that she'd never work with Harris again. Guinevere The film received five nominations at the 40th Academy Awards and won three; Best Score, Best Production Design, and Best Costume Design. Richard Harris insisted on cutting Lancelot and Guinevere's love scene, because he felt that it reduced the dignified aspects of the King. a fine atmospherc sreen adaptation of lerner and loewe's classic. Lancelot Du Lac Franco Nero remains the biggest casting question-mark as Sir Lancelotand his singing is by far the most painful. : I never wanted to Iove you. | A movie version was inevitable. : How dare you insuIt me in this fashion? As Lancelot Franco Nero is wooden at best, handsome yes, but wooden. : Richard Burton, who had played King Arthur on Broadway in the original 1960 production, was offered the role in the film. It is far better to be alive than dead. If you have the video or DVD of Camelot play that and then listen to Julie Andrews sing from the original cast album. God forgive me, but I do. Franco Nero was cast because he had the right look to play Lancelot. The plot of illegitimate Mordred to gain the throne and Guinevere's growing attachment to Sir Lancelot, threaten to topple Ar Read allThe story of the marriage of England's King Arthur to Guinevere. The plot of illegitimate Mordred to gain the throne and Guinevere's growing attachment to Sir Lancelot, threaten to topple Arthur and destroy his "round table" of knights.The story of the marriage of England's King Arthur to Guinevere. Harris grabbed the woman and ran off, leaving Hemmings alone with a very embarrassed Warner. And her acting, as always, is beyond reproach. She did not have the best working relationship with Richard Harris, with whom she had recently co-starred with in the epic Hawaii. Your God must soIve it. They got along very badly while filming Hawaii (1966). Richard Harris desperately sought the lead role, despite being repeatedly refused due to his limited singing ability. Vanessa Redgrave and David Hemmings would later appear together in The Charge of the Light Brigade (1968). Much like their characters, Vanessa Redgrave and Franco Nero were lovers at the time. In Medieval England, a despondent King Arthur meets mentor Merlin - with wisdom confirmed by the presence of an owl perched upon his shoulder - in the forest. Richard Burton won the 1961 Tony Award (New York City) for Actor in a Musical for "Camelot" and his only Tony win for his role as King Arthur. Logan refused his offer due to his lack of singing abilities. Great storypoor execution. In general I did like "Camelot" but there are a number of flaws that do let down what could have been a spectacular film to what is now a interesting but somewhat mediocre one. Rock Hudson was early forerunner for role of King Arthur, a missed screen role he would finally play in a touring stage production of the musical in 1977. In the 1980s, the backlot castle was torn down to make room for an office building. Might for right. Camelot 1967 Directed by Joshua Logan Synopsis Relive the songs. You woke up his bosom friend. Although I am not a big fan of medieval movies to begin with, I decided to give it the old college try. Lady Clarinda Harris looks 'so over this' while Redgrave evokes someone resting on her previous laurels and family name only there to collect a paycheck. When the King of England decides to use might for right and . "Our mission is to provide the possible best answers for your questions. Lancelot is, so to speak, a holy cad. We'll make it a great honor. Logan's commitment to casting Redgrave was consolidated when he met her in person in April 1966 - "she was so extraordinary to look at that I was entranced" - and he was sufficiently assured re her vocal abilities by her playing him a single she'd cut in 1964 of the Pete Seeger anti-war anthem "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" Drinking buddies Richard Harris and David Hemmings smuggled alcohol in a prop van, and discarded the empty bottles in some porta-potties. Debate, make laws, plan improvements! She had become such a popular film star that she was unable to accept the role. He Iives backwards! Very fashionable! Guinevere Film legend Vanessa Redgrave has starred in many movies and TV series across her 50-plus years in Hollywood. Warner apologized to Andrews about the My Fair Lady casting, and the two became good friends. Warner Brothers was a dry studio. In the end, the costumes are the true stars of this 'Camelot'. [31] Retrospectively, Alice Grellner suggested the movie served as "an escape from the disillusionment of Vietnam, the bitterness and disenchantment of the antiwar demonstrations, and the grim reality of the war on the evening television news" and reminder of John F. Kennedy's presidency. Yes-Yes. For one musical number which accents Guenevere's playful attitude towards Lancelot, she baffled Joshua Logan by singing her lyrics in French. Where are aII the simpIe joys of maidenhood? Let's have a drink." A horrified Lancelot pleads for Sir Dinadan to live, and as he lays hands on him, Dinadan miraculously recovers. Mordred and several knights catch the lovers together. Vanessa Redgrave, in full Dame Vanessa Redgrave, (born January 30, 1937, London, England), British actress of stage and screen who received numerous accoladesincluding an Oscar, two Emmys, a Tony, and a Laurence Olivier Awardfor her performances. This was the cut 2 1/2 hour version that played general release. Arthur, it will have to be an awfully large table. The sources I have consulted say yes, Vanessa Redgrave did her own singing in Camelot, as did Richard Harris. Beautiful music and strong performances from Richard Harris and Vanessa Redgrave, however they are not singers and it hurts the picture mightily, leaving you wondering how much better it could have been with Richard Burton, Robert Goulet and especially Julie Andrews. The British actor began her career in 1958 per IMDb, and led numerous novel and play. At a celebrity bash, David Hemmings began playfully sparring with his fellow guests. The legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table has endured for centuries, and has inspired many movies. I'm so used to demolishing contemporary productions and writing negative reviews that I often forget that that there are positive elements in some of the worst of films, and some well meant efforts in films that tried. All the knights will be claiming superiority and want to sit at the head. Company Credits We'll make it a great honor. Lionel Jeffries was 40 when he played the elderly King Pellinore. In fact I wonder if they are even alive. : Th. In later years, Richard Harris bought the rights to the stage version of "Camelot" for $1 million, revamped the musical, and took it on tour. Harris' face fell, and he said "No, I don't. That's it, Ginny. Camelot isn't all that great on stage either. Might No, not might IS right. Lady Clarinda As they sit together as a body, Camelot is one of the best. The original Broadway musical opened at the Majestic Theater in New York City on December 3, 1960, and ran for 873 performances.Richard Burton, Julie Andrews, Robert Goulet, and Roddy McDowall were in the original cast. On the battlefield, Arthur receives a surprise visit from Lancelot and Guenevere, at the edge of the woods, where she has taken residence at a convent. And do what? This was scrapped for being potentially too expensive. I first saw it in 1967 when it was released. I'm a guy so that's tough to admit. David Hemmings didn't sing at all in the movie, despite being the only trained singer in the cast. There is a great deal of misinformation on this blog concerning Camelot (1967), the film adaptation of the legendary Broadway hit. Richard Harris took offense, and landed a punch that split Hemmings' lip. The shepherd who is ailing, The milk maid who is glum, The cobbler who is wailing, From nailing his thumb Release Dates Guinevere Its songs are generally excellent, there are individually impressive sequences but the whole is less than the sum of its parts. Richard Burton: 5 feet 10 inches. The other performances are mostly weak, with Nero drawing the most negative attention. The men behind the scenes were all too long in the tooth and very tired by the time this was coming into fruition. : :

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