Captain Of The Guard

Early talkie dramatization of the French Revolution told through the eyes of the composer of the French national anthem, Rouget de Lisle (Boles). The usual mob scenes with angry peasants flashing scythes, axes, and torches are ever-present, and the film is filled with patriotic songs for Boles to warble. Historically inaccurate, the film actually has a pre-credits disclaimer apologizing for the dramatic license. Songs include: "Song Of The Guard," "Maids on Parade," "For You," "Can It Be?" "It's A Sword," "You, You Alone," and "La Marseillaise."