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Original title

The Buccaneer

Year

1938

Running time

128 min.

Country

United States

Director

Cecil B. DeMille

Screenwriter

Harold Lamb, Edwin Justus Mayer, C. Gardner Sullivan. Novel: Lyle Saxon

Cast

Music

George Antheil

Cinematography

Victor Milner (B&W)

Producer

Paramount Pictures

Genre

Adventure | Pirates. Sea Adventures. 19th Century

Synopsis

During the War of 1812 against Britain: 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.

Awards: 1938: Nominated for Oscar: Best Cinematography

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The Buccaneer

1938

Cecil B. DeMille

6.3

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