A High Wind in Jamaica 1965 123movies

Watch: A High Wind in Jamaica 1965 123movies, Full Movie Online – The parents of children living in Jamaica, afraid that the kids are growing up uncivilized, decide to send them to England. But during the voyage, the childrens’ ship is boarded by pirates and in the confusion the children wind up trapped on the pirate ship. The children view it as a lark, and one of them, a girl named Emily, develops an unusual bond with Chavez, the pirate captain. The superstitious pirates can’t wait to unload the kids at the first port, but a tragedy prevents it, and Emily’s relationship with Chavez takes a fateful twist..
Plot: In 1870, a Jamaican colonial family sends its children to Britain for proper schooling, but their ship is taken over by pirates, who become fond of the kids.
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High on a Gallows Tree My Love.

A High Wind in Jamaica is directed by Alexander Mackendrick and adapted to screenplay jointly by Stanley Mann, Ronald Harwood & Denis Cannan, from the Richard Hughes novel of the same name. It stars Anthony Quinn, James Coburn, Deborah Baxter, Lila Kedrova, Martin Amis, Dennis Price and Nigel Davenport. Music is by Larry Adler, with the song High on a Gallows Tree song by Mike LeRoy, and cinematography is by Douglas Slocombe. Out of 20th Century Fox it’s a DeLuxe Color/CinemaScope production.

When a hurricane hits the isle of Jamaica in 1870, the Thornton family seek refuge in the basement. Here they discover the servants and workers performing a voodoo ceremony to ward off evil spirits. Horrified, Mrs Thornton decides to send the children and their two friends back to England to be educated away from what she deems savagery. However, during the voyage the youngsters are mistakenly taken captive by pirates, an event that will change forever the lives of captives and capturers alike.

He’s afraid: he says that kids bring bad luck…

Richard Hughes’ source novel was a one time part of the scholastic curriculum at Blighty seats of learning back in the day, the thematics of such a literary work no doubt inducing many a beardy teacher into lecturing over drive. Alexander Mackendrick’s film adaptation manages to retain the literary feel whilst also entertaining by way of its intrigue. In many ways it’s an odd film, a blend of pirates and children on board a ship screams out as something Disneyesque in make up, but it really isn’t in any shape or form a frothy swash buckler movie. The pirates, led by Quinn’s (wonderfully full of gusto) Chavez, are more human by motives and mannerisms, around them the children are realistic, they are not afraid, why would they be since they have not been taught that Pirates are bad? The youngsters merely see their stay with the bluff “n” ruff crew as an extended adventure.

Their spirit is infectious, and Emily (an impressive Baxter) has a particularly beguiling effect on Chavez, but his right hand man Zac (Coburn effectively mannered) senses trouble and it’s not long before the crew begin to fret about the lasting implications of the children being on board. We just know that something bad is going to come out of this unlikely coupling of youth and pirates, and it’s then, for the last third of the movie, that Hughes’ literary themes start to tumble out of the screen. Emotional and psychological twangs are neatly etched into the narrative by the ever astute Mackendrick, and a quandary surfaces by way of the innocence of youth; it’s power, which when confronted by guilt creates a moral void that closes the picture (though not the novel) on an edgy note.

Film looks great, with Slocombe’s “Scope” photography out of the top draw, and Adler’s score carries with it an ethereal quality that befits the haunting like nature of the story. Fox’s Region 1 DVD release is double sided, giving a choice of full frame or widescreen, for those with big televisions the only way to see it is in widescreen, but the print is far from pristine. On release the film was met with much indifference, many were not sure what they had just watched, or were simply just upset at not getting a swash buckling adventure yarn. That uneasy reception goes some way to explaining why the film is largely forgotten and since over the years it has hardly ever been shown on television, it’s certainly unseen. It deserves more exposure, very well put together all told, and definitely a picture that is strong in narrative as it puts human qualities firmly under the microscope. 8/10

Poor old Anthony Quinn (“Chavez”) is going about his harmless pirating when he alights on a ship carrying some British children en route to their schooling in Britain. Immediately the onboard dynamic changes. The captain starts to feel a bit of affection for these weans – even as his crew, and best pal “Zac” (James Coburn) start to think they are little better than a Jonas. This sentiment is only exacerbated as their childish calamities start to impact on the crew’s fun and income. Deborah Baxter (“Emily”) seems to be the favourite, and when she becomes injured their pirating days look numbered. The at sea scenarios here are engaging enough and the child actors are not bad at all, but the plot quickly begins to become too contrived – and actually, one could well believe in the Jonas theory as just about anything and everything that can go wrong does! I really didn’t like the ending at all – somehow it just felt wrong, but it’s a nice film to look at with plenty of attention to the production detail. More Mickey than Errol Flynn, but watchable nonetheless.

a haunting, not by-the-numbers film
I first saw this film as a child, and was surprised that I remembered so much of it over 30 years later. It is an unusual story of children who end up on a pirate ship by a quirk, and their relationship with the pirates, who regard them as unlucky. Which turns out to be true, in an unforeseen way. Anthony Quinn, as pirate captain, is superb, as are all the cast, especially the actress playing Emily, the oldest child.

Forget any preconceived ideas you might have about the plot. This is a haunting, unforgettable story.

I hope High Wind in Jamaica gets released on DVD!
This movie really does deserve a revival. Given the resurgence of interest in things piratical, it’s about time.

It’s a bit like “Lord of the Flies” but I *hated* that movie. I prefer to have a little more faith in humanity. (Silly me.) I saw High Wind on TV sometime in the 70’s, but missed part of it. Oh, for a VCR. Oh, for TiVo! Not as cute and ar-harhar as most pirate movies; it’s more a study of human vicissitudes than a romp. Gangs at sea. But still: pirates. Stowaways. I mostly remember the harsh seaside light, intense suspense, creaking ropes and the sense of salty wind, and some serious but not too cute little girl observing (was this about a chicken or a dead man? I can’t remember.) “He’s got his head on backwards!” Coburn and Anthony Quinn are grizzled and fascinating. Quinn has to be one of the most amazing, versatile actors ever. Plus, what a *man*! purr.

I’d just love to see it again and fill in the blanks.

Other Information:

Original Language en
Runtime 1 hr 43 min (103 min)
Budget 0
Revenue 0
Status Released
Rated Approved
Genre Adventure, Drama
Director Alexander Mackendrick
Writer Stanley Mann, Ronald Harwood, Denis Cannan
Actors Anthony Quinn, James Coburn, Dennis Price
Country United Kingdom
Awards N/A
Production Company N/A
Website N/A

Technical Information:

Sound Mix Mono (Westrex Recording System)
Aspect Ratio 2.35 : 1
Camera N/A
Laboratory DeLuxe, Hollywood (CA), USA (color)
Film Length N/A
Negative Format 35 mm
Cinematographic Process CinemaScope (anamorphic)
Printed Film Format 35 mm