Beau Brummell

Beau Brummell

Soldier, poet, adventurer, rogue, gambler, lover !

1954 · 113 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama, History, Romance

Captain George Bryan Brummell is a British soldier who appreciates fine clothing and innovative dress. Although he initially alienates the Prince of Wales with insulting comments about the prince's uniform designs, he eventually becomes his close confidant. Brummel also falls in love with the beautiful Lady Patricia Belham. However, his outspoken manner eventually leads to his being exiled to France.

Directed by Curtis Bernhardt · Written by Karl Tunberg

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