Gunga Din
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Movie Reviews of Gunga Din
Movie Review: Dated but eminently watchable
Summary: 5 Stars
Haven't seen this movie for 30 years, and yes it's old, but still good fun. The story of a wanabe British soldier of the Raj whose sole claim to fame was that he carried water for the soldiers he so admired. Constantly reminded that he is not a soldier Gunga Din serves with enthusiasm, even when under fire and finally proves that he was the better man.
Sure the fight scenes are dated, but it's amazing what they managed to pull off without the benefit of modern technology and expertise built on the expertise of filmakers such as this.
Movie Review: Most Heroes Are Never Heard From
Summary: 5 Stars
I can say nothing to truly describe this classic movie that has not already been said. Even in the horrors of war, a sense of humor has to be in place. Gary Grant, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., and Victor McLaglen were superb in their roles, of course. Sam Jaffe's role as Gunga Din was a small almost insignificant part portraying a want-a-be soldier, who could not seam to hold his own wits. However, when the need arose, Din proved his worth as good or better than the best. I'm glad I got the DVD so that I could take the time to see it again and again.Movie Review: Brawling fun!!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of the very best. It shines above the average Hollywood adventure story. It's got action and plenty of frolicking humor. Victor McLaglen and Cary Grant are an absolute hoot, and the whole movie is entertaining. This movie had some stiff competition because it was released the same year as "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington," "Gone With the Wind," and "The Wizard of Oz." It might be slightly underrated because of that, but it still stands highly regarded and with good reason. I'm glad this is on my shelf for sure!!Movie Review: A George Stevens Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
A terrific action film based on a Kipling poem and starring Cary Grant, Douglas Fairbanks Jr, Victor Mclauglen and Sam Jaffe as the title character. Battles at the Kyber, a deadly ancient sect of killers, romance, it has it all. Released in probably the greatest year in movie history, 1939. A year that also saw the release of GONE WITH THE WIND, THE WIZARD OF OZ, ROARING TWENTIES, DODGE CITY, JESSE JAMES, THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES, DARK VICTORY, THE FOUR FEATHERS, STAGECOACH and too many others to name.Movie Review: Gunga Din revisited
Summary: 5 Stars
Although made in 1939 in California, many cinema goers thought the film was made on location in India. George Stevens, the director was a master of his time.
After seeing the film, listen to the excellent comentary about the making of the film. The three stars are almost outshone by Sam Jaffee who plays Gunga Din, and he plays it wonderfully.
This is another example of the quality of hits Hollywood produced in 1939, the golden year in American Cinema.