tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post775035286892840324..comments2024-03-17T17:53:32.743-07:00Comments on Caftan Woman: NATIONAL CLASSIC MOVIE DAY, THE CLASSIC COMFORT MOVIE BLOGATHON: The Court Jester (1955)Caftan Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-30113073789098195612018-05-28T05:39:06.484-07:002018-05-28T05:39:06.484-07:00Thanks. I'm so pleased you enjoyed this piece....Thanks. I'm so pleased you enjoyed this piece. Danny Kaye and New Year's Eve sounds perfect to me. I usually like to start things off with a laugh (or 300 laughs).Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-84520943848195505202018-05-25T15:05:44.824-07:002018-05-25T15:05:44.824-07:00I enjoyed your memory of a most enjoyable film - I...I enjoyed your memory of a most enjoyable film - I recall as a kid just loving Danny Kaye movies (a local TV station at that time always broadcast a Danny Kaye movie right after midnight on New Year's Eve; it was a great thing to look forward to). I think The Court Jester is also his best film (the 'vessel-with-the-pestle' routine NEVER grows old!), and one that give endless comfort. Good choice!grandoldmovieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10773085288675763855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-17764120889689791282018-05-18T09:21:15.430-07:002018-05-18T09:21:15.430-07:00What a grand way to get to really know the new fam...What a grand way to get to really know the new family by sharing laughs.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-26481795109760646652018-05-18T07:00:55.759-07:002018-05-18T07:00:55.759-07:00Great film! My kids, now ranging in ages 26 down t...Great film! My kids, now ranging in ages 26 down to 15, love it too. I first saw it with my future in-laws, a delightful experience.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08304847924547082689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-48593778507740069312018-05-17T14:54:30.058-07:002018-05-17T14:54:30.058-07:00I just knew you were a Danny Kaye gal! I came acro...I just knew you were a Danny Kaye gal! I came across Hans Christian Anderson on TCM a few days ago. I don't care much for the movie, but the soundtrack and Danny - I couldn't resist.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-67404454167680379642018-05-17T14:44:11.275-07:002018-05-17T14:44:11.275-07:00I would be shocked if there was a kid out there wh...I would be shocked if there was a kid out there who wouldn't like The Court Jester. I love mid-century soaps like Woman's World. A strong script and a fun cast. We're so lucky Ros was able to play Auntie Mame on screen. It's the closest thing we have to seeing her on stage.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-34938691260667327062018-05-17T12:05:50.981-07:002018-05-17T12:05:50.981-07:00There are few things in life that make me feel as ...There are few things in life that make me feel as good as Danny Kaye. Same goes for The Court Jester, actually. As your wonderful review pointed out, this film is ridiculously fun and joyous. Life could not better be, indeed!Michaelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06595610476583704014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-65080338507596201352018-05-17T09:49:53.897-07:002018-05-17T09:49:53.897-07:00Ooooo I LOVE The Court Jester!! A total delight fr...Ooooo I LOVE The Court Jester!! A total delight from start to finish with several actresses-Glynis, Angela, Mildred-I number among my favorites. Clever writing, an extremely facile Kaye and a fun story. I own it and have introduced it to my nieces and nephew and their kids now. All have loved it as well. <br /><br />I can see it being a comfort film though not necessarily one that I turn to for that. I have many but the ones I watch most often for that comforting feeling are the Lauren Bacall/Clifton Webb starrer "Woman's World" and Rosalind Russell's Auntie Mame.joel65913https://www.blogger.com/profile/14526657073681774683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-25745404343764826782018-05-17T07:38:47.921-07:002018-05-17T07:38:47.921-07:00It is indeed time to watch it again. The Court Jes...It is indeed time to watch it again. The Court Jester is suitable for all kinds of weather!<br /><br />Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-20157090394445099482018-05-17T07:22:49.818-07:002018-05-17T07:22:49.818-07:00What a terrific family memory, although that much ...What a terrific family memory, although that much snow is very annoying.<br /><br />The "pellet with the poison" bit always makes me laugh, and that alone is a good antidote to a glum day, never mind the whole movie. It beautifully combines fun with true Hollywood glamour. Time to see it again!Silver Screeningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04955048716754142299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-21287591771030441932018-05-16T18:24:17.155-07:002018-05-16T18:24:17.155-07:00Thank you for that lovely comment on our home. We ...Thank you for that lovely comment on our home. We have our moments.<br /><br />I think it is rather nice that you haven't seen The Court Jester yet. A treat is coming your way!Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-76536115446069570572018-05-16T18:19:25.087-07:002018-05-16T18:19:25.087-07:00Omigosh, here's another one that looks like I ...Omigosh, here's another one that looks like I would absolutely adore, but sadly haven't seen yet. Great review! Sounds like the comedy is quite witty, and the situations are somewhat absurd, which both tickle my funny bone. Oh, and by the way, your home sounds like a fabulous place to grow up! :-)Jocelynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14952528487748234667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-65698004590462819272018-05-16T17:07:05.931-07:002018-05-16T17:07:05.931-07:00I'm so pleased. This National Classic Movie Da...I'm so pleased. This National Classic Movie Day has been filled with lovely memories, and it is wonderful to be one of them.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-81264839071917511412018-05-16T16:54:26.453-07:002018-05-16T16:54:26.453-07:00Oh boy, do I LOVE this movie. Everything about it ...Oh boy, do I LOVE this movie. Everything about it is just perfection. Just the memory of it - and your wonderful post - made me smile - a lot!FlickChickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17351624749230610755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-11389337962114359702018-05-16T16:27:46.113-07:002018-05-16T16:27:46.113-07:00Ha-hee-hee! You made me smile. Everyone involved i...Ha-hee-hee! You made me smile. Everyone involved in The Court Jester was at the top of their game and they gifted us with a perfect movie.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-88727547495228012152018-05-16T16:25:59.035-07:002018-05-16T16:25:59.035-07:00Thank you so much. (I've been having trouble l...Thank you so much. (I've been having trouble leaving comments lately. I refuse to take responsibility. I'm blaming technology.)<br /><br />You are so right about The Court Jester. Those who haven't seen it yet are only missing out on a lot of fun. We hope they find it soon.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-57820826038272591622018-05-16T16:12:27.184-07:002018-05-16T16:12:27.184-07:00Simply put, THE COURT JESTER is the funniest film ...Simply put, THE COURT JESTER is the funniest film ever made! Clever wordplay, great physical pranks, and a perfect cast may it one of the most "re-watchable" movies ever! It's a perfect choice for this blogathon. Get it? Got it. Good!Rick29https://www.blogger.com/profile/08358116647815569722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-72676455161806531132018-05-16T16:00:22.236-07:002018-05-16T16:00:22.236-07:00I left a comment early this morning but for some r...I left a comment early this morning but for some reason it didn’t show up. My little gray cells must have made a mistake. I absolutely adore “The Court Jester” and find it to be the best comfort film! Danny Kaye is impeccable whether undergoing the trials to be knighted, romancing Angela but loving Glynis, engaging in derring-do with Basil, and being snapped in and out. This film should be required viewing for anyone who loves movies. Thank you for sharing and Happy Classic Movie Day!toto2https://www.blogger.com/profile/09652682900471649463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-49640859572235436722018-05-16T15:04:36.586-07:002018-05-16T15:04:36.586-07:00She's an actress. She could be the glamour gir...She's an actress. She could be the glamour girl. She should have been the glamour girl more often. What a career she had/has, more often than not in spite of the suits.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-7713783640647886962018-05-16T14:51:24.879-07:002018-05-16T14:51:24.879-07:00This is one of my favourite movies and a definite ...This is one of my favourite movies and a definite comfort movie for me. I have always been a fan of Danny Kaye and it is great seeing Dame Angela Lasbury as a sexy young woman closer to her own actual age at the time than many of the characters she played!<br /><br />"The pellet with the poison's in the vessel with the pestle; the chalice from the palace has the brew that is true..."Terence Towles Canotehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18397088843628331615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-90911274055512990292018-05-16T14:39:46.732-07:002018-05-16T14:39:46.732-07:00Angela Lansbury, Glynis Johns, and Mildred Natwick...Angela Lansbury, Glynis Johns, and Mildred Natwick. This is a movie you have to see. I hope you do see it soon. I think you'll have a good time.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-35529764045151616962018-05-16T14:38:50.419-07:002018-05-16T14:38:50.419-07:00Ha-ha. Yeah. Snow - the great generational divide!...Ha-ha. Yeah. Snow - the great generational divide! Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-66216397604043129222018-05-16T14:37:38.949-07:002018-05-16T14:37:38.949-07:00Miss Marple always cheers me. I just have to hear ...Miss Marple always cheers me. I just have to hear Ron Goodwin's theme music and whatever is wrong has disappeared.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-23876384751957251312018-05-16T14:36:58.802-07:002018-05-16T14:36:58.802-07:00Thank you very much.
My daughter would listen to ...Thank you very much.<br /><br />My daughter would listen to the Hans Christian Anderson soundtrack often in her younger years. I believe Tubby the Tuba was on the B side. She took some Kaye records to a party in Junior High. I wasn't so sure it would go over, but she had they all copying Danny and the Andrews Sisters doing It's a Quiet Town. All we have to do is introduce kids to stuff and let them take it from there.Caftan Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05936895555808823221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-331373971294623620.post-54333514954217419032018-05-16T14:03:41.062-07:002018-05-16T14:03:41.062-07:00Danny Kaye is SO good, but somehow I've never ...Danny Kaye is SO good, but somehow I've never watched The Court Jester! I believe I deserve the cone of shame... And Angela Lansbury is in this film, too? Oh, my, I need to watch it soon!<br />Thanks again for writing so well and showing me another movie I can't miss.<br />Happy Classic Movie Day!Lêhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02419693749682458647noreply@blogger.com