Becket
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Movie Reviews of Becket
Movie Review: Finally
Summary: 5 Stars
First a viewing years ago on television, then I bought the standard screen video. A few years later the Widescreen Video, bought that. Now the DVD in all its glory. What a marvelous show and battle of wits and of course the dialogue. I usually watch a double feature of "The Lion in Winter" and "Becket" with great food and to enjoy the dialogue. I would introduce students to Shakespeare and other classic by first having them watch Becket. It demonstrated to them that period style speech can be entertaining.
Becket is generally regarded as historically accurate except for the fact that Thomas Becket himself was Norman, not Saxon. How one deals with the issues of loyalty to King and God can be a model, although a sad one for all political leaders.
I am pleased with the DVD I purchased and really enjoy the extras provided.
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Movie Review: Beckett one of the top ten movies of all time.
Summary: 5 Stars
A truly great film from costumes to cinematography, to the acting itself. Richard Burton was spectacular in his role as Thomas Beckett. and O Toole's role as Henry II was absolutely his greatest performance. The story was told with as much historical accuracy as modern film would allow.
Burton's excommunication of Lord Gilbert raised the hair on my neck.
The drama of that scene stands far above anything I've ever seen. It is a tribute to Burton that he underplayed his role so as not to overshadow that of O Toole, but in so doing, he really stole the movie.
I recommend this movie to anyone who is interested in the intrigue of the British Crown, and all that goes with it. The association of the church and the power structure regardless of country has always been of major interest to me. This movie illustrates that connection quite well.
Movie Review: highly recommended
Summary: 5 Stars
In a few words, this movie provides a high class of acting for today's actors so they may do good in watching it before calling themselves "actors". While Thomas Becket's role played by Richard Burton is a fine performance, Peter O'Toole in his role of Henry II is just attonishing. Besides that, the movie offers an interesting and entertaining episode of the conflict between religion (and its associated morality) and politics that could easily be extended to our current times. This is the framework that causes a love and hate relationship between Henry and Becket. This movie goes along similar lines as "A man for all seasons" or "A lion in winter" if you would like to try similar some features. Technically, a very nice digital transfer with a good sound too. Audio is provided in both English and Spanish. Sadly, only English subtitles were included.Movie Review: ALL TIME CLASSIC IS A MUST HAVE
Summary: 5 Stars
After a long, long wait and numerous legal issues, BECKET, a truly great film has been restored thanks to MTI, Martin Scorsese et al.
The big bonus is a lively and revealing commentary track with Peter O'Toole and a somewhat uninformed host.
All the elements came together on this one. How rare is that! The movie itself is superb on every level -- the terrific screenplay, the acting, directing and production design stand out -- but driving everything is the timeless force of the moral theme in all its various guises. And the cinema gods said, "It is good and we are well-pleased."
Seeing this movie again, I am reminded of the incredible beauty and richness of the voices of Burton and O'Toole. And the marvelous words thay have to say. This wonderful movie delights the ear as well as the eye.
Movie Review: Driven to Introspection
Summary: 5 Stars
The release of the DVD today demonstrates once again what can be done when care is part of the process. MPI stikes gold here in this issue. The color, plot, dialogue, etc. are all top notch. The acting of course, is worthy of the Academy Award nominations it received. Peter O'Toole and Richard Burton are the Neuman/Redford of their era. Today, this picture would be considered highbrow. Back then it was one historical/religious picture among many Christian epics. The film forces you to consider relationships and moral values. What in this life is really worth it? Power, even Kingly power is limited to this world and although the Church exists as a physical reality, we learn that it is vain to believe that you can stand against thousands of years of spiritual tradition. Henry II learns the hard way. A lesson for everyone! Even today.