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Gettysburg (Widescreen Edition)
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| Part No: | B00003CXA6 |
| Manufacturer: | Turner Home Ent |
| MFG Part: | TRNDT6139D |
| Customer Rating: | 4.5 / 5.0 |
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The fiercest battle fought on american soil commands the screen an epic film achievement painstakingly recreating the people and events of fateful days in july 1863. Special features: subtitles in english and french cas/crew interview gallery cast/director filmographies and much more. Studio: Turner Hm Entertainm Release Date: 06/21/2005 Starring: Tom Berenger Martin Sheen Run time: 254 minutes Rating: Pg Director: Ronald F. Maxwell
Three days in the summer of 1863, at a place called Gettysburg. Although it received a theatrical release, this four-hour depiction of the bloody Civil War battle was shot as a made-for-television film. But no taint of cheapness or shortcuts should stick to this magnificent picture (well, except maybe for those phony-looking mustaches). Based on Michael Shaara's book
The Killer Angels, this film takes a refreshingly slow, thorough approach to the intricacies of battle. In ordinary circumstances, those intricacies might seem of importance only to fans of military strategy or Civil War enthusiasts, yet in
Gettysburg they come across as the very stuff of life, death, and unexpected heroism. If the film has a problem, it's that it climaxes too early: the first long segment, detailing the struggle of a "civilian soldier," Union Colonel Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain (Jeff Daniels), to hold his ground against long odds, is an enthralling piece of moviemaking. Daniels, in a heartbreaking performance, does his best film work. Other cast members include Tom Berenger, Sam Elliott, and Martin Sheen as Robert E. Lee. Richard Jordan, in his final role, gives a powerhouse performance as Confederate general Lewis A. Armistead. Oh, and you can also try to spot Ted Turner, whose company produced the film, as a Confederate soldier. Writer-director Ronald F. Maxwell seems inspired by the gravity of the battle; long as it is, every moment of
Gettysburg is informed by a nobility of purpose.
--Robert Horton
| Gettysburg DVD Review | 2009-01-09 | 5 / 5 |
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My wife and I had previously seen this historical accounting some time ago. We visited the Battlefield in early November - the first for her and
the second time for me. Like most return visits to anywhere, one discovers additional knowledge. The movie became an almost necessity
following our visit of which I gave it to my wife as a Christmas
present. The movie is exceptional accounting of the battle and a must for
our library. |
| Video of Gettysburg | 2009-01-07 | 4 / 5 |
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For those whe are interested in the American Civil War this is the wonderful movie to watch because it accurately follows Michael Shaara's book Killer Angels, a book that American historians have praised.
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| could have been better | 2009-01-06 | 3 / 5 |
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| Movie was slow. The amount of film used could have been about half and been more entertaining. Lee was shown in a negative light, and no mention of General Custer heading off J.E.B. Stuart as he headed for Gettysburg. Otherwise an adequate use of time. |
| Minor flaws, generally fine | 2008-12-20 | 3 / 5 |
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I didn't know that the soldiers were able to get their uniforms to a 24 hour laundry service to be ready for the next battle. Not a wrinkle or scuff mark on any uniform. Alot of bonding, many philosopical interludes, even while battle lines are being formed. Though, if actual Civil war diaries are a guide, the "foot soldier" was a literate individual, a "student" of war. This motif is therefore, realistic; though the synthetic soundtrack doesn't help. At times, it sounds like outtakes from the "Rocky IV" sessions.
The script mentions 15 thousand here and 20 thousand there, and all we see are the same 160 guys huffing and puffing. Reviewers have criticized the unrealistic look of the "Re-enactors", but I understand that the Southern army did include many participants who did not fit the image, so to speak, because of the necessities of maintaining reasonable numbers. Although, I assumed that to be later in the War.
The script seems to be overly slanted towards the Military historian, as the constant references to flanks, infantry, cavalry, brigades, moving within specific battleplans, gets almost comical, which is not respectful to our Country's signature battle.
In the ending credits, it is written that the Battle was a (relative) failure. Some of the most interesting sections involve dialogue with the Generals regarding the potential of such a battle to actually end the War.
Very interesting montage at the end credits where actor and actual person come together. A bit crass but effective.
I thought that perhaps a graphic of The Gettysburg Address could have closed the film, though the Brothers embarcing was well done.
A very positive aspect of this film is the Gettysburg location itself. The movie begins and ends on the battlefield. |
| When will extended version be available | 2008-12-01 | 4 / 5 |
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| Gettsbug's Collectors Edition in 1993 had 17 additional minutes. This should be available on dvd. |
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