A Room With a View (Two-Disc Special Edition)
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Movie Reviews of A Room With a View (Two-Disc Special Edition)
Movie Review: Still great; minor flaw may annoy long-time fans.
Summary: 5 Stars
I've owned this film on VHS for 20 years, and know it like the back of my hand. So I couldn't help but notice that, on the DVD version, the soundtrack was of a slightly higher pitch than what I'm used to--probably because the DVD plays the film at a slightly higher speed. This is quite noticeable the very start of the film, as the aria plays over the opening credits (compare this to how it's played over the DVD menu, where it's played correctly). This flaw is also noticeable in the voices of the women, particularly Maggie Smith's and Helena Bonham Carter's: Smith sounds slightly "chipmunk-y", and Bonham Carter's slightly deep, alluring voice is now somewhat reedy. There's also a slight "clip" in her delivery. I've read other reviews, and some have mentioned that the running time is about 3-5 minutes faster than what is usually listed.
The film itself however, is still as beautiful as I remember, and it's good to see Carter, Day-Lewis, and Sands in the roles that introduced me to them. I have yet to see the PBS remake, but I can't help but wonder as to the point of it--it's not as if this version was "horribly dated".
Movie Review: My favorite movie
Summary: 5 Stars
I owned an old VHS copy of "A Room With a View" and was ecstatic when they released a special edition. This is a beautiful adaptation of E.M. Forster's novel of the same title. The acting in this film is top-notch, but what really strikes me as amazing is the music. It conveys the mood of each scene so perfectly. The cinematography is outstanding, as well. There is one remarkable scene when Lucy is walking across a field toward George, and it's just magic! The look on their faces before he kisses her takes my breath away. This is a beautiful, romantic story told with a delicate subtlety. It's innocent and passionate at the same time. E.M. Forster was a genius with creating a cast of quirky, whimsical characters, and they are shown in fine form in this brilliant film. It's my favorite movie of all-time, definitely one of the best I've ever seen. I'm so glad it has been updated for fans who want to make sure it is always in our media libraries!Movie Review: Absolute Favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
This has been my favorite movie since I first rented the VHS in the 1980's. As a college student, I remember thinking this was the most beautifully shot, intelligent, romantic, hilarious movie I'd ever seen, and now as a 40-something wife and mom, I still agree with that assessement. I like Forster's novel, and this film stays very true to it, but the performances, the music, and the gorgeous look of this movie make it a wonder in and of itself. Every performance is impeccable, but Daniel Day-Lewis' take on Cecil is amazing. I won't even name the rest of the cast, because they all are wonderful. I'm so glad to have the dvd version because now I can finally see the full-screen image that VHS robbed me of. The special features were not interesting to me, but the movie is awesome and I can't recommend it enough!Movie Review: Breathtaking, romantic and funny!
Summary: 5 Stars
It is rare that a film can be artistically beautiful, romantic, and at the same time be laugh out loud funny! It is one of my all time favorite movies. I will warn that there is a nude scene but it is not in a sexual context. So parents, if you don't wish your children to see as Archie Bunker once said 'full nudal frontity' :)don't watch this movie with kids. That being said, the dialogue is brilliant, the acting superb, and Lucy and George are two lovers you will champion from the beginning.Movie Review: GREAT MOVIE!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I watched this movie as a young adult, I thought it was the most romantic movie ever made! Now, 20 years later, I can still say this is a beautiful film where everything turns out exactly as you hope, the acting is wonderful; there are no bit parts in this! If you love the book by all means watch this!