Buccaneer's Girl [Blu-ray]

Don't let the opening scene of *Buccaneer's Girl with the captain fool you... I almost turned it off because his face peeking in the ship's window looked so ridiculous. I'm so glad I continued to watch this 77-minute movie. This full color 1950 romantic adventure is an enjoyable experience featuring *Yvonne Di Carlo who plays a feisty, stubborn singer looking for a fresh start outside of Boston. She has stowed away on a ship that gets overrun by pirates. A couple of the pirates decide she might be worth keeping around much to Captain Baptiste's (played by Philip Friend) surprise. There is a Robin Hood element to the movie, some cleverly snarky comments, enjoyable singing when entertainment is called for (so, no, it's not a musical; just musical entertainment), and a happy ending. I enjoyed it and would watch it again.Elsa Lanchester also stars as owner of "Madam Brizar's School for Genteel Young Ladies ~ singing and dancing". Viewers may recognize her from other roles such as Bride of Frankenstein, 1935 or the sour Katy Nanna in Mary Poppins, 1964 and many more.*Silly title since no one is ever called a buccaneer in the movie - The film was originally known as Mademoiselle McCoy and the Pirates, which certainly makes more sense, but is obviously too long.**I would have never guessed it, but Yvonne De Carlo would later go on to play Lily Munster (and many other roles).

I had no idea this was Lily Munster until I heard her voice. This is a great movie, fast paced, intrigue, deception, double cross, triple cross, quadruple cross. Enemy become friends, and friends become enemies. Surprisingly enjoyable. I'm surprised I hadn't heard more about this movie. It's not just a romantic triangle, swashbuckling cliche. It's so much more, and you can see the inspiration it had on other movies. From the films of Miyazaki to the Princess Bride. A must watch.

The best pirate movie in a long time I hsve ever seen. Good clean old fashion 🎥 for entire family. It had everything.

A gem from about a bygone area from a better, bygone Hollywood. Don't miss it!!!

Really enjoyed this movie also, thanks for offering this classic movie....

Storyline not as predictable as one might think. A few songs. Typical cardboard acting from that era. Good family film.

If you love old movies, you'll love this one! Little bit of song, lots of action and a decent plot.

Yvonne De Carlo is as wonderful as usual.