The Thief of Bagdad (1940) is a British technicolor historical fantasy drama film. Directed by Michael Powell with a riveting screenplay by Miles Malleson, a prince is turned into a blind beggar by ...
Scorsese credits Michael Powell's film, The Thief of Bagdad, as a pivotal moment in sparking his love for filmmaking. The film's innovative special effects, including blue screen technology, set it ...