The great John Barrymore in one of his most dazzling performances. The Beloved Rogue tells the story of the 15th century poet and adventurer François Villon, who cunningly serves King Louis XI while giving priority to the reasons of his heart. A sumptuous show, where every element is in its place, with shots full of actors and pathos. There are other versions of Ruldolf Frimi’s work that inspired this film, the most famous being Michael Curtiz’s The Vagabond King.
actors: John Barrymore – François Villon, Conrad Veidt – Louis XI, Marceline Day – Charlotte de Vauxcelles, Lawson Butt – Duke of Burgundy, Henry Victor – Thibault d’Aussigny, Slim Summerville – Jehan, Mack Swain – Nicholas, Angelo Rossitto – Beppo
script: Paul Bern
photography: Joseph H. August
mounting: Hal C. Kern
scenography: William Cameron Menzies
costumes: Frank Donnellen
other titles: IL POETA VAGABONDO, L’ÉTRANGE AVENTURE DU VAGABOND POÈTE
color: Bianco & Nero
production company: FEATURE PRODUCTIONS
script: Paul Bern
photography: Joseph H. August
mounting: Hal C. Kern
scenography: William Cameron Menzies
costumes: Frank Donnellen
other titles: IL POETA VAGABONDO, L’ÉTRANGE AVENTURE DU VAGABOND POÈTE
color: Bianco & Nero
production company: FEATURE PRODUCTIONS