The Legend of 1900
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Movie Reviews of The Legend of 1900
Movie Review: This movie is not for every one.
Summary: 5 Stars
I watched this movies when it first opened in U.S. It was pretty depressing and drab rainy day in fall 1999. The last year of the last century.It was an immensely unsuccessful movie in U.S unlike the other Tornatore movie ,i.e Cinema Paradiso. I pondered the reason why it was not only unpopular but also received such a mixed bag of reviews from critics ,then concluded that it is because of the huge difference of emotional receptiveness between U.S viewers and those of rest of the world. In addition to that, to majority of viwers, the movie's almost mawkish sentiment might be more than over the top as well as the larger than life character of 1900 seems to be quite unreal. Yet, as the cover of DVD says it is a fable , not realistic quotidian drama. In spite of its dismal performance in the U.S movie market,fortunately, it earned such as cult status among its royal fans. It deserves its "cult" status though ,for acting , cinematography, and message it tries to convey is more than those of 2 or 3 star movies.
This movie is very nostalgic one that make viewers look back the last century through the life of very fictional character named 1900( originally his name is Danny Boodman T.D Lemon 1900 after a stocker who became his surrogate father) who is born and died on the ship called "Virginan" and never set his food in land. 1900 is a some sort of Piano virtuos who can express the change of his emotion by the dint of playing the instrument. He and Max, through his narration movie progresses, meet by chance and subsequently there is very memorable scene that clearly cements their friendship. What truly superb about this movie is its wonderful soundtrack and cinematography. Lajos Koltai kept delivering a beautiful scene one after the other . 1900 is one of very accentric protagonists ever.. It's a good movie,for it gives you think about the choice 1900 made and its relevance to our lives.
Movie Review: A very relaxing film.
Summary: 3 Stars
Three times now I've watched this movie on afternoons when I just wanted to unwind a bit and be entertained by something that lacked violence, gratuitous nudity, and over-the-top flights of nonsensical language. The Legend of 1900 offers an interesting take on the supposed life of a piano prodigy who is born upon a ship and never ventures to dry land his entire life. It is, in many ways, an offering of what life can be for those who view it through a simple perspective, and the burden that comes with broadening our experiences. Movie Review: This is not only a movie
Summary: 5 Stars
This is not only a movie. It is the best one. You cannot only watch it as a simple movie. The story, the photografy, the music, everything is wonderful. Watched many times and can't get enough of it. The sound track also is something to play whenever you want to chill or creat a special momnet. Sorry for those who didn't like it, just don't know what you are missing. I bought this DVD and cd of the sound track because I want to watch it with my kinds when they are older.
Movie Review: The Legend of 1900The music on the CD is a fair representation of an astounding music albeit I would have prefered more piano re
Summary: 5 Stars
This is exactly what movies were meant to be...heartwarming, a musical feast for the ears, historically-accurate and detailed sets and costumes, superb acting, and a story-line that completely pulls you into the tale. This movie deserved far more acclaim and awards that initially received and should go down as a must-see CLASSIC for future generations. A great way to introduce students to history, jazz, and the finest of film making with a story so real that you'll need to find out if it is based upon fact.Movie Review: The best movie ever made............ever!
Summary: 5 Stars
My favourite movie ever made....
At first it might seem a bit slow, but the film script is a well planned poem that stretches over two hours of pure artistic magic.
It is warm, funny , intellegent and so much more.....
You may think this is a one sided point of view but i'm in fact a massive science fiction and adventure movie fan so this review can be trusted.
The piano duel scene is one of the best scenes of cinema i have ever seen and Tim Roth is brilliant.
Enjoy!!!
Greetings from South Africa!!
Jaco