Up Pompeii

Synopsis

In the 1971 comedy film 'Up Pompeii', Frankie Howerd stars as a slave named Lurcio caught up in the scandalous and chaotic world of ancient Pompeii. Set in the days leading up to the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, Lurcio must navigate through a series of hilarious misadventures involving lustful women, cunning seducers, and conniving politicians. As he tries to survive and outwit his way out of trouble, Lurcio finds himself at the center of outrageous schemes and comedic situations that threaten to unravel his already precarious life. 'Up Pompeii' is a rib-tickling journey filled with witty dialogue, farcical humor, and unexpected twists in the bustling streets of Pompeii.

Cast

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  Frankie Howerd

  Lurcio

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  Patrick Cargill

  Nero

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  Bill Fraser

  Prosperus Maximus

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  Michael Hordern

  Ludicrus Sextus

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  Barbara Murray

  Ammonia

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  Lance Percival

  Captain Bilius

Reviews

Critics have had a mixed response to 'Up Pompeii'. While some appreciate the film's witty dialogue, slapstick humor, and Frankie Howerd's charismatic performance, others find it lacking in substance and reliant on cheap gags. Rotten Tomatoes criticized the film for its outdated humor, giving it a rating of 2.5/5. On the contrary, IMDb praised Howerd's comedic timing and the film's energetic pace, rating it 5.9/10. Metacritic highlighted the film's nostalgic value for fans of classic comedies but noted its predictability and overreliance on innuendos. Despite the varied opinions, 'Up Pompeii' remains a cult classic for its campy charm and over-the-top comedic moments.

See also

Pulp Fiction

Titanic

Shutter Island

Batman Begins