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24. Mai 2023 · Here are my picks for the best circus movies and carnival movies worth watching, whether you enjoyed the Freakshow season of American Horror Story or loved Tim Burton's family-friendly Dumbo remake. Related: The Best Movies About Amusement Parks and Theme Parks
- Georgia May
- The Greatest Showman
- Victor Frankenstein
- Billy Rose’s Jumbo
- Freaks
- The Circus
- Dumbo
- Water For Elephants
- The Greatest Show on Earth
- Nightmare Alley
- The Elephant Man
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Let’s kick off this cinematic carnival journey with the dazzling spectacle that is “The Greatest Showman”. A true testament to the power of imagination and perseverance, this 2017 film is a razzle-dazzle musical extravaganza inspired by the life of P.T. Barnum, the visionary who rose from nothing to create a spectacle that became a worldwide sensat...
Now, for a slightly different take on the carnival theme, we turn to the dark and stormy world of “Victor Frankenstein”. This 2015 film, directed by Paul McGuigan, is a fresh take on Mary Shelley’s classic novel, with the titular character portrayed by James McAvoy and his loyal assistant Igor played by Daniel Radcliffe. The carnival connection her...
Stepping back in time, we arrive at the 1962 film “Billy Rose’s Jumbo,” a delightful musical comedy that beautifully captures the spirit and magic of the classic American circus, making it a gem among beloved carnival movies. Directed by Charles Walters and starring the inimitable Doris Day and Jimmy Durante, the film is set in the struggling circu...
Taking a haunting detour into the enigmatic realm of carnival movies, we encounter Tod Browning’s legendary masterpiece, “Freaks,” released in 1932. This pre-code horror film is a significant departure from the glitz and glamour we typically associate with the carnival. Its portrayal of circus performers was groundbreaking, if controversial, for th...
Next up, we step into the silent film era with the incomparable Charlie Chaplin in “The Circus” from 1928. Chaplin, in his iconic role as The Tramp, stumbles into a circus and, through a series of hilarious mishaps, becomes the star of the show. This film is quintessential Chaplin – full of physical comedy, social satire, and unexpected moments of ...
Now, let’s lighten the mood with the endearing tale of the little elephant that could in Disney’s “Dumbo” from 1941. This animated classic tugs at the heartstrings with its story of a young circus elephant ridiculed for his oversized ears but who discovers he can use them to fly. “Dumbo” is a timeless tale of embracing one’s uniqueness and turning ...
Finally, we arrive at “Water for Elephants,” a captivating 2011 film that seamlessly weaves the enchanting tapestry of carnival movies into a romantic drama. Based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen and helmed by director Francis Lawrence, this cinematic gem stars Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson, unfolding a tale of love amidst the hards...
Next on our list is Cecil B. DeMille’s grand spectacle, “The Greatest Show on Earth”. This 1952 film is a love letter to the circus, showing both the dazzling performances under the big top and the drama that unfolds behind the scenes. Starring Betty Hutton, Cornel Wilde, and Charlton Heston, the film takes us into the heart of the Ringling Bros. a...
Moving on to a more recent release, “Nightmare Alley” is a 2021 noir psychological thriller directed by Guillermo del Toro. Based on the 1946 novel of the same name by William Lindsay Gresham, the film offers a dark and gritty depiction of carnival life. The story follows a drifter who becomes a carnival worker, then a mentalist, using his skills t...
Next up is David Lynch’s poignant “The Elephant Man” from 1980, based on the true story of Joseph Merrick, a man with severe physical deformities who was exhibited as a sideshow attraction. John Hurt gives a powerful performance as Merrick, portraying his dignity and humanity amidst the cruelty and exploitation he experiences. Anthony Hopkins also ...
Explore the dazzling and diverse world of carnival movies and circus movies, from musicals to horrors, comedies to dramas. Discover the stories of performers, spectacles, and secrets behind the big top in these films.
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Carnaval is a Netflix original film about four friends who travel to Salvador for the Carnival after a breakup. The movie stars Giovana Cordeiro, GKay, Samya Pascotto and Bruna Inocencio and premieres on June 2nd.
Bart Tare is an ex-Army man who has a lifelong fixation with guns, he meets a kindred spirit in sharpshooter Annie Starr and goes to work at a carnival. After upsetting the carnival owner who lusts after Starr, they both get fired. Soon, on Starr's behest, they embark on a crime spree for cash.
17. Dez. 2021 · A grifter rises from carnival worker to psychic medium, but faces a psychologist who exposes his fraud. IMDb rating 7/10, nominated for 4 Oscars, starring Bradley Cooper, Cate Blanchett, Toni Collette.
2. Juni 2021 · Four young women go to Salvador, Bahia, for Carnaval and social media fame, but face challenges and lessons along the way. The movie mixes humor, romance, and social commentary, but suffers from uneven acting and writing.
