The Cecil B. DeMille Collection (Cleopatra/ The Crusades/ Four Frightened People/ Sign of the Cross/ Union Pacific)
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Actor: C. Aubrey Smith, Cecil B. DeMille, Henry Wilcoxon, Ian Keith, Loretta YoungBrand: NBC Universal
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono; English (Subtitled); Spanish (Subtitled); French (Subtitled); English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono
Format: Box set, Color, Dolby, DVD, Full Screen, NTSC, Subtitled
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 571 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2006-05-23
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Universal Studios
Movie Reviews of The Cecil B. DeMille Collection (Cleopatra/ The Crusades/ Four Frightened People/ Sign of the Cross/ Union Pacific)
Movie Review: It's sex, it's the Bible, it's DEMILLE!
Summary: 5 Stars
Cecil B. DeMille is one of the pillars of American film and therefore one of the world's pillars of film. Presented here are some of his efforts from the early 1930's. There's the usual pre-code sexual tones, especially in "Sign of the Cross" and "Cleopatra", that were characteristic of movies made before late 1934. Claudette Colbert sizzles in both of the films above and Loretta Young was never more beautiful than she appears in "The Crusades",
Overall, I think the Universal transfer could use some work. The films do not appear to be re-masters but taken from quality prints. Hey, Universal, we are talking about one of the founding fathers of the movies. His work diserves some work in return. Re-master these films then the collection would be worth 6 stars.
Of the 5 flims presented, "Cleopatra" stands out for it's humor and collective performances. I will say it right now, DeMille's Cleo is 10 times more entertaining than the film that broke 20th Century Fox (Cleo with Liz Taylor). This is why Universal has recently re-released "Cleopatra" in a 75th anniversery edition. All the films are very watchable.
Recommended for: An absolute must for DeMille fans, Claudette Colbert fans (she appears in 3 of the films) and pre-code fans.
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Summary of The Cecil B. DeMille Collection (Cleopatra/ The Crusades/ Four Frightened People/ Sign of the Cross/ Union Pacific)
Legendary filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille earned a place in cinematic history when he helped create Hollywood?s first feature-length film, an event that established Hollywood as the motion picture capital of the world. A master of spectacular epics, his films garnered unparalled acclaim for their scope and grandeur. Now, for the first time ever, five of his most popular films are available in one premium DVD collection. Experience the breathtaking dangers and delights of ancient Rome in The Sign of the Cross; trek through a perilous jungle with Four Frightened People; thrill to the passion, suspense and intrigue of Cleopatra; journey back in time with the glorious story of The Crusades; and see how the West was really won in the explosive Union Pacific. With a glamorous roster of screen legends, including Claudette Colbert, Charles Laughton, Barbara Stanwyck, Anthony Quinn and many more, this 5-disc collection is a phenomenal reminder of the innovator who made moviemaking what it is today.Similar DVD Movies
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