Statements (316)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:play gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Monarch
gptkb:Bob_Hope |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:film
|
| gptkbp:architectural_style |
Hero and heroine
hero and heroine |
| gptkbp:associated_act |
2
|
| gptkbp:audience |
Family-friendly entertainment
family-friendly Interactive elements engaging performances Popular among families. enthusiastic responses |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:award
gptkb:None Nominated for Academy Awards |
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:anthology
The Princess and the Pirate (play) The Princess and the Pirate (film) story by Charles G. Booth |
| gptkbp:box_office |
$1.5 million
$2 million |
| gptkbp:budget |
$1.1 million
|
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:The_Royal_Guards
gptkb:Captain_Taffy_Sinclair gptkb:The_Fisherman gptkb:The_King gptkb:The_Old_Man gptkb:The_Merchant gptkb:The_Queen gptkb:The_Pirate's_Daughter gptkb:The_Pirate_Captain gptkb:Princess_Margaret gptkb:Blackbeard gptkb:Captain_Taffy gptkb:The_Old_Fisherwoman gptkb:The_Old_Merchantwoman gptkb:The_Old_Woman gptkb:The_Young_Girl gptkb:The_Young_Woman gptkb:The_Pirate_King Sir Charles The Townsfolk The Old Fisherman The Villagers The Young Man The Young Boy The Innkeeper The Pirate Crew The Old King The Old Queen The Captain's Mate Captain Taffy Taffy Sir Wilfred Blackbeard. Captain Taffy. Sir Wilfred. The Old Pirate The Old Captain The Old Innkeeper The Old Merchant The Old Townsman The Old Townswoman The Old Villager |
| gptkbp:character_appearance |
gptkb:Edith_Head
historical costumes Period-appropriate costumes. |
| gptkbp:character_arc |
The pirate learns to love.
The princess learns to be brave. |
| gptkbp:character_development |
Growth and change
comedic elements romantic tension Strong character arcs growth of characters adventurous plot Bob Hope's character evolves throughout the film. |
| gptkbp:character_relationships |
Romantic subplot
conflict and resolution Teamwork and camaraderie romantic pairings Pirate vs. royalty Romantic tension between the leads. |
| gptkbp:choreography |
Choreographer Name
dance numbers Energetic dance numbers |
| gptkbp:cinematography |
gptkb:George_Barnes
gptkb:Charles_Lang gptkb:John_F._Seitz |
| gptkbp:color |
gptkb:Technicolor
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
pirate vs. royalty
|
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:David_K._Israel
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Mixed reviews
Positive mixed reviews positive reviews |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired other works
Influenced later pirate films influenced later pirate films influenced pirate films Influenced later pirate-themed musicals Influenced pirate-themed films Influenced later pirate comedies. |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
gptkb:organization
References to pirate lore |
| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
Varied character backgrounds
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
reflects societal values
Part of musical theatre history Represents 1940s Hollywood comedies. |
| gptkbp:debut_year |
Los Angeles.
|
| gptkbp:demographics |
children and adults
All ages |
| gptkbp:design |
Colorful and vibrant sets.
|
| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:David_Butler
Large |
| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
gptkb:Paramount_Pictures |
| gptkbp:edited_by |
gptkb:M._L._Safford
|
| gptkbp:editor |
gptkb:Ellsworth_Hoagland
|
| gptkbp:famous_for |
Musical numbers.
Catchy songs Bob Hope's comedic performance. Virginia Mayo's role. |
| gptkbp:fan_base |
loyal fans
|
| gptkbp:film_festival |
gptkb:None
screened at various festivals |
| gptkbp:film_score |
Orchestral score
Not rated. |
| gptkbp:film_series |
gptkb:CEO
standalone film Standalone film |
| gptkbp:filming_location |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:California |
| gptkbp:filmography |
90 minutes.
Light-hearted and comedic. Use of slapstick humor. Tropical islands. |
| gptkbp:first_released |
gptkb:Borough
1950 Broadway |
| gptkbp:follows |
gptkb:CEO
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:amusement_park |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
early 20th century
Set in the 17th century Set in the 17th century. |
| gptkbp:historical_figure |
Fictionalized pirates
|
| gptkbp:historical_source |
pirate lore
|
| gptkbp:home_media_release |
gptkb:DJ
gptkb:film DVD release in 2004 |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Princess and the Pirate
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
later musicals
|
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
Adventure comedy.
Inspired by pirate folklore. |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:The_Golden_Age_of_Piracy Pirate folklore Theatrical traditions Classic literature adventure films romantic comedies Comedy films. historical pirates 1940s cinema classic pirate tales Cultural depictions of pirates Historical piracy Pirate movies Classic fairy tales. Bob Hope's comedic style Virginia Mayo's performances Pirate films. |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Gilbert_and_Sullivan
Romantic comedies Broadway musicals Pirate films Swashbuckler films |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:The_Goonies
gptkb:Treasure_Island gptkb:Pirates_of_the_Caribbean gptkb:The_Princess_Bride gptkb:technique Pirate folklore nautical tales Classic pirate tales |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:fairy_tale
The Princess and the Pirate (1944) play |
| gptkbp:is_a_venue_for |
gptkb:Broadway_Theatre
theater stages |
| gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
desire for freedom
Quest for treasure The pirate seeks treasure. The princess seeks freedom. |
| gptkbp:language |
English
witty and humorous |
| gptkbp:legacy |
cult classic status
Considered a classic comedy. part of musical theater canon Classic comedy adventure film. |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Monarch
gptkb:starship Pirate Captain |
| gptkbp:merchandise |
related products
|
| gptkbp:merchandising |
Related merchandise available
|
| gptkbp:music |
gptkb:Jimmy_Van_Heusen
|
| gptkbp:music_by |
gptkb:David_Buttolph
gptkb:Charles_Previn gptkb:E._Y._Harburg gptkb:Harold_Arlen gptkb:Lennie_Hayton Lyricist Name Composer Name |
| gptkbp:music_style |
gptkb:American_musical_theater
Diverse musical styles songs and dances light-hearted Traditional musical format |
| gptkbp:narrative_style |
Musical comedy
|
| gptkbp:narrative_theme |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:amusement_park romance Love and adventure |
| gptkbp:notable_film |
Bob Hope's first film with Virginia Mayo.
|
| gptkbp:notable_performers |
famous actors
|
| gptkbp:notable_production |
Original Broadway cast
|
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
" A pirate's life is a life for me!"
|
| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
cast recordings
|
| gptkbp:notable_song |
gptkb:The_Princess_and_the_Pirate
A Pirate's Life for Me The Moon Got in My Eyes A Pirate's Life " A Pirate Looks at Forty" " The Girl" " The Princess and the Pirate" " The Sea" " The Wind" Love's Sweet Embrace ' The Princess and the Pirate' |
| gptkbp:performance |
revived multiple times
|
| gptkbp:plot |
romantic adventure
A princess disguises herself as a pirate. A comedic adventure involving a princess and a pirate. A princess is kidnapped by pirates. |
| gptkbp:plot_twist |
unexpected events
|
| gptkbp:precedes |
gptkb:CEO
|
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
1944-03-31
|
| gptkbp:premiered_on |
1910
1950 |
| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
|
| gptkbp:production_company |
gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
gptkb:Paramount_Pictures Production Company Name various theater companies |
| gptkbp:production_years |
long-running performances
|
| gptkbp:release_date |
1934
1950-01-01 December 15, 1944 December 14, 1944 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
Theatrical
Theatrical release |
| gptkbp:release_region |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1944
|
| gptkbp:remake |
gptkb:None
gptkb:none gptkb:CEO The Princess and the Pirate (musical) The Princess and the Pirate (1934) |
| gptkbp:resolution |
love triumphs
|
| gptkbp:restoration |
Restored for DVD release.
|
| gptkbp:reunion |
Multiple revivals
|
| gptkbp:runtime |
90 minutes
85 minutes Approximately 120 minutes |
| gptkbp:screenplay_by |
gptkb:Frank_Tashlin
gptkb:Jack_Rose gptkb:Frank_Butler gptkb:Jack_Henley |
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Hans_Dreier
colorful sets |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Magic:_The_Gathering_set
gptkb:Caribbean_Sea |
| gptkbp:sound |
gptkb:Mono
|
| gptkbp:soundtrack |
gptkb:The_Princess_and_the_Pirate_Soundtrack
original songs Original score by Charles Previn. |
| gptkbp:starring |
gptkb:Virginia_Mayo
gptkb:Bob_Hope gptkb:Bing_Crosby gptkb:Virginia_Dale gptkb:Walter_Slezak gptkb:Walter_Brennan |
| gptkbp:style |
Light-hearted
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
Pirates symbolize freedom.
|
| gptkbp:target_audience |
gptkb:family
|
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:Romance gptkb:amusement_park love and adventure courage and love Love and loyalty |
| gptkbp:theme |
Adventure and romance
joy and adventure |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:amusement_park
bravery romance Freedom and adventure Adventure and romance. Conflict between duty and desire. |
| gptkbp:viewing_platform |
gptkb:film
|
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Joseph_Stein
gptkb:Charles_F._Mc_Carthy |