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Son of Fury: The Story of Benjamin Blake (1942) - John Cromwell
I've been excited to finally find a good version of this film, mainly because of Gene Tierney's appearance. As many of you not know, she's my favourite actress.
So the film tells a story about a young Benjamin Blake ( Tyrone Power), son of the deceased Baronet of Breetholm,who is taken from his grandfather so he could serve to his ruthless and vengenful uncle Sir Arthur Blake (George Sanders). Arthur, the owner of Breetholm fears that Benjamin will be able to claim his inheratance and objects him through series of humilliation until Benjamin unsuccessfuly tries to kill him. Wanted for an attempt of murder, he ultimately escapes, but his grandfather is imprisoned for helping him. Benjamin is now working as a sailor determined to make his fortune, prove he's the rightful owner of Breetholm estate and free his grandfather out of prison.
The film has some nice performances, especially from the supporting cast, mainly George Sanders and Frances Farmer, whose tragic life is well documented. This was also one of her last performances. Tyrone Power also did well playing a determined and good willed Benjamin.. Altough having a rather short screentime, Gene Tierney was breathtaking and truly hypnotic as a native girl from a Polynesian island, who Power later falls in love with.. I simply couldn't take my eyes of her, whenever she appeared on screen. The scene in which Power learned Tierney to speak english was especially sweet and heart-warming.
Son of Fury is rather enjoyable and charming adventure drama and I'm happy I managed to find this little gem. It was a pleasant way for me to spend my Sunday afternoon.
Rating: 7.5/10
I've been excited to finally find a good version of this film, mainly because of Gene Tierney's appearance. As many of you not know, she's my favourite actress.
So the film tells a story about a young Benjamin Blake ( Tyrone Power), son of the deceased Baronet of Breetholm,who is taken from his grandfather so he could serve to his ruthless and vengenful uncle Sir Arthur Blake (George Sanders). Arthur, the owner of Breetholm fears that Benjamin will be able to claim his inheratance and objects him through series of humilliation until Benjamin unsuccessfuly tries to kill him. Wanted for an attempt of murder, he ultimately escapes, but his grandfather is imprisoned for helping him. Benjamin is now working as a sailor determined to make his fortune, prove he's the rightful owner of Breetholm estate and free his grandfather out of prison.
The film has some nice performances, especially from the supporting cast, mainly George Sanders and Frances Farmer, whose tragic life is well documented. This was also one of her last performances. Tyrone Power also did well playing a determined and good willed Benjamin.. Altough having a rather short screentime, Gene Tierney was breathtaking and truly hypnotic as a native girl from a Polynesian island, who Power later falls in love with.. I simply couldn't take my eyes of her, whenever she appeared on screen. The scene in which Power learned Tierney to speak english was especially sweet and heart-warming.
Son of Fury is rather enjoyable and charming adventure drama and I'm happy I managed to find this little gem. It was a pleasant way for me to spend my Sunday afternoon.
Rating: 7.5/10