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Movie Reviews of Burn!
Movie Review: Gripping Film
Summary: 5 Stars
I remember when I watched this for the first time in the mid 1990s. What a film. It always stuck with me and each time I see it I gain more appreciation for Pontecorvo. It is easily a masterpiece and a tragically overlooked one at that. I actually had a copy of it on VHS but gave it away to a buddy so other people could see this amazing movie. I told him to give it away and so on...
One of the many things I remember that absolutely blew me away is the opening credits' scene - it just might be the coolest three minutes in film history; the still shots, the clips of imperialism and brutal hegemony, coupled with the haunting and magnificent music and faux blood dripping down the screen, it captures the horrors of colonialism unlike anything else. It is both chilling and exhilarating and a testament to what a true filmmaking genius can accomplish.
When interviewed during his later years Brando would often mention 'Burn!' as being one of the best films he was ever a part of. After one views it there will be no doubt as to why he would always make it a point to pay homage to this gem. Pontecorvo's 'The Battle of Algiers' (1967) is also fantastic and should probably be viewed right after seeing this one.
Movie Review: Essential Brando
Summary: 5 Stars
Director Gillo Pontecorvo's follow-up to his influential "The Battle of Algiers" (1966) is a fascinating sociopolitical drama that features one of Marlon Brando's all-time great performances. More than four decades later, "Burn!" (1969) remains an unjustly obscure work that deserves to be better known. In his autobiography, Brando wrote that the film "portrayed the universal theme of the strong exploiting the weak. I did the best acting I've ever done in that picture, but few people came to see it." Working with a larger budget, Pontecorvo creates a timely study on the brutalities and tragedies of 17th-century colonialism - rooted in Brando's complex interpretation of a British mercenary. Non-actor Evaristo Márquez provides an equally strong presence as the slave-revolt leader. Though 20 minutes shorter than the 132-minute director's cut (available only in the Italian-language restoration), "Burn!" is highly recommended.Movie Review: Marlon Brando and Colonialism
Summary: 5 Stars
This Pontecorvo film on colonialism and slavery has been unfortunately a hidden piece of Brando filmography. Yet, Brando is at his best in portraying a British agent's reluctant intent of annihilating a slave revolt in an imaginary Caribbean island.
Pontecorvo brought Evaristo Marquez into the set to play the role of Jose Dolores, the leader of the rebellion. Marquez, a peasant from the community of Palenque, near the cty of Cartagena de Indias in Colombia, lacked a previous acting experience, but he did an excellent job.
The photography is superb. No Brando fan, and no one concened wih the subject of Caribbean colonialism should miss this film.
Movie Review: Purchases from Amazon.com
Summary: 5 Stars
As always, Amazon has provided excellent service in handling my recent purchase of the DVD, Burn. Package arrived in excellent condition and service was fast. I know the students in our Spanish class will find this quite interesting. Thank you very much.Movie Review: Burn
Summary: 5 Stars
One of Marlon Brando's best works and one of his favorite roles, if not his favorite role. I had to watch this film for a school project. Very well done and very well acted by Mr. Brando. I am glad I own this DVD.