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I want to warn others not to perform the mistake I did. This is not that elegant director’s gash which was issued on Laser and VHS. If that is what you are looking for, WAIT.
I am completely in dismay why the studio would release the trimmed down version of this film on DVD!
Please please release the 202 microscopic version.
This review refers to the MGM DVD edtion(2000 release) of “The Alamo”(1960) …..
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So many times in History, man has had to fabricate the decision of whether to gain things the blueprint they are and live in fright, or rise up against his oppressor no matter what the cost, to effect life better for future generations. “The Alamo” is one chronicle of the dauntless people in American History, who stood and fought for what they believed in, against overwhelming odds.John Wayne assign his heart and soul into this legend epic and breathes life into these dedicated and valorous Americans.
Col.Davey Crockett,Col.Jim Bowie and Col. William Travis are the driving force unhurried a group of less then 200 untrained men and their families, barracaded in an frail Texas mission(”The Alamo”), being extinct as a fort to fend of the advances of the substantial army being lead by Generalissimo Santa Anna. All radiant that they will probably lose their lives, and they could leave without shame at any time, they all cease to defend the factual of freedom, and to give General Sam Houston the time he needs to prepare his army for battle. It is a touching and sharp yarn of the events, of the battles, and of the growing comraderie within the fort.
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John Wayne produced, directed and stars as a very convincing Davey Crockett. Richard Widmark as Jim Bowie and Laurence Harvey as Col Travis are unbelievable in the roles as the two Colonels at odds with each other but are united for the cause.
Also starring is Richard Boone(every time I view him I quiz the stale “Palidan” music to inaugurate playing), a very young Frankie Avalon and western account Chill Wills, who recieved a nod from Oscar for his performance as “Beekeeper” in the supporting actor catagory. The music is hauntingly stunning, and will stop with you long after the film is over. Dimitri Tiomkin won a Golden Globe for his scoring as did Paul Francis Weber for his equally pretty lyrics of “The Green Leaves of Summer”.The cinematography, also garnering a nomination from Oscar,makes this film a joy to peruse.
I had previously taped this film from a classic film channel,finally bought the DVD, and when I saw the brillance of this transfer and heard it in the enhanced 5.1 Surround I was in movie heaven. The describe in the fresh theatrical widescreen and the colors looked blooming. Every sound from the galloping of the horses, to the cannons blasting, the dialouge and the music were crystal distinct. There is also a broad documentary included on the making of the film, where you will peer the huge John Ford making an appearance on the space and adding his expertise as well.It may also be viewed in French and Spanish and also has subtitles in those languages.
So why only 4 stars for my rave review of this film and the DVD? ….As I mentioned I had this on tape and watched it many times. I noticed a couple of my current scenes are now missing and the film somewhat shorter in length. I especially missed the miniature birthday party scene(if you have seen it before, you know what I am talking about) . This scene to me, depicted the growing closeness of the people inside the mission and the family like atmosphere.
This film is a sentimental accepted of mine, and I really hope someday MGM will release the entire film to DVD, until then I will certainly appreciate this terrific transfer. It’s absolutely worth the concept.
“Remember the Alamo”…and like…..Laurie
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