One of the best films ever made
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This is the definitive edition of one of the best movies ever made. Whether you're a sci-fi junkie, a film buff, or simply a fan of great storytelling, you must see this version of Blade Runner.
628671
One of my top five favorite films of all time. Superb acting by all. Superb story. Beautiful themes of life and death.
2578592
THIS FILM SHOULD BE REQUIRED VIEWING FOR ANYONE CONSIDERING OUR HUMAN CONDITION. IT HAS BEEN AMONG MY 5 BEST MOVIES OF ALL TIME.
I FIRST SAW IT AROUND 1991 AND  IT'S SETTING ON MT. ST.MICHEL IS THE PERFECT BACKDROP TO DEMONSTRATE THE PASSAGE OF TIME. IT'S ACTORS PROVIDE THE INCREDIBLE PARRY OF POETRY,SCIENCE & POLITICS TO DISCUSS LIFE WITH INTELLIGENCE & SUBTLETY
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Akira Kurasawa may be the greatest director of all time and it is very presumptuous of me to attempt to rate this film.  I had seen it several times on TCM and decided that I needed to be able to see it frequently to try and discover all the nuances of this extraordinary film.  Basically, Kurasawa uses some of his best company actors, notably Toshiro Mifune, Takashi Shimura and Minoru Chiaki with cinematographer Miyagawa and musician Fumio Hayasaka to create one of the best films ever made.

The story of a rape and a murder is told through the eyes of three different people, three different points of view and three different realities or truths.  The viewer must decide what really happened and whether what happened really matters in the overall scheme of things.  Are people and events ever really what they seem to be on the surface?  The black and white cinematography is dazzling, the music brilliant and the plot unfolds in a very masterful way with the viewer forced to look more carefully at the inherent qualities of truth and at the nature of humanity.

This is a marvelous film with great commentary so that even the uninitiated need not fear a lack of understanding.  This great film is available at Amazon for a great price...an offer you cannot refuse!

Susan Johnston
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One of the best movies ever made.  Yeah, well, that's like, just my opinion, man.
2288030
This is a beautiful, classic film based on a brilliant novel. I see that most the bad reviews come from people not liking the extras on the DVD set. The few that think this movie is dated must also believe classic literature is dated. I love this film.
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I have been a fan of this film since it was originally released. Today I watched it for the 10th time and I enjoyed it as much now as I did the first time. The film is a great story and the cast was top notch. I really enjoyed the film.

The film itself is a panoramic wonder and the filming cinematography and direction was perfectly done IMHO. I will not ruin the film for you but this movie is a classic and one that you should watch. It is one of the best films I have ever watched. The sound track is even outstanding and  it won the Academy Award.  In my opinion, several of the cast members should have also won Academy Awards also.
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This is an absolute must see film. As with all art forms there are masterpieces that should be experienced by as many people as possible and missed by as few as possible. This is one of them. It is one of a kind. You will never see anything even remotely aproaching it's unique apeal. Everyone I know who has seen this movie has a different specific reaction, but generally speaking, it has made them all smile in the remembrance of it. And I can think of no higher praise for a movie than that. Don't miss it.
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This is one of the best films i have ever seen! It is definitely a Must See, especially if you are at all interested in the era, or in Capt. Sir Richard Francis Burton...he was truly a genius, and the way he is potrayed  in this film fits very well with biographies of him that I have read.
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Many filmmakers and critics consider this to be the best film of its time.  Not only are the performances brilliant, but a great deal can be learned about the language and mechanics of cinema by watching this movie very carefully.  You will learn something new every time.  Now if only they would make a good DVD!
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One of the best films of all time. The scene of the "Airplane Scrapyard" right after the end of the war, is unforgettable. This film shows PTSD better than any, about the time and place shown. I've watched it at least five times since the 1950's and find it still awesome. It won all kinds of awards, and deservedly so.
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One of the best love films ever.  It will be a classic.  The story is great, acting is very good with good direction.
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This is a review of this amazing classic that I just watched for the first time. My husband owned this so it doesn't show that it's purchased here, but alas, I had to review it as it is now one of the very best movies I've seen.

They don't make movies like this anymore - all dialogue, character, context, conversation, and exploring the inner human conflict when faced with a hard situation. The actors were brilliant - every single one of them - and even though I was a woman, I related to every single one - the old, the bitter, the neglected, the one that grew up in the slums, the one that just wanted to go to the ball game - and I loved watching the transformation on each character through the process of asking questions. What a great responsibility to decide the faith of another human being with your own judgement call, and what a great lesson to slow down and to ask more questions and to explore other interpretations of evidence.

Do yourself a favor and watch this movie. It is one of the most gripping dramas I've had the fortune of watching. Now, if only there were a book on it ... I'll have to get my hands on the script. Brilliant film.
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One the best Films ever made.  This is a beautiful witness of God's Grace and the power of forgiveness.  It doesn't matter how old the movie is if it's a classic.
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I don't know exactly how to describe why I liked this film so much. All I can say is that every time I look at it I find something else to notice and love and I've looked at it several times in just one week.  It's one of those LITTLE FILMS that just grab you from the very start.  I love Martin Sheen of course, always have.  In his older age he has certainly not lost his touch. His expression when he views his son's body is great acting.  Another scene when he opens the door of his hotel room to find the woman standing there is another priceless moment. The other 3 people are actors that I don't ever recall seeing before but all are wonderful.  They never seem to be acting, they seem to be real people in a real situation which, of course, is what excellent acting is all about. James Nesbitt is wonderful.  His facial expressions alone are enough to make you love the movie.  There are no huge dramatic moments but lots and lots of little dramatic moments in this film.  It seems to be a film about people who are hurt in some way and without making a big deal of their own story they sort of pretend that it's really just a small thing that has brought them on this journey.  The relationship between the people happens very gradually and is a very moving thing to watch. I have worked with doctors for over 40 years and I was particularly moved by the way he changes from the know it all, omnipotent DOCTOR person to a normal human being. I do want to mention that it is beautifully filmed with gorgeous scenery..  For a walking along the road film it never drags, the viewer is never bored.  I recommend it highly. In thinking over this film I'm moved to wonder how Emilio turned out so beautifully and Charlie turned out to be such a total piece of crap.  I wonder if Martin ever wonders about that. I understand that both boys were pretty much turned loose to do as they pleased at a very young age.  One turned his life around and the other one never did.  Emilio is beautiful in this movie. What a great face. BTW - Be sure to view the film again with the comments as they are really wonderful. I've ordered the book "Along the Way" and can't wait to read it.  It gets wonderful reviews.
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This is one of the best films I have ever seen, It's a cult classic in my opinion and no movie library should be missing ita must see for everyone at some point in life.
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This is one of my all time favorite films.  From the subject matter to the beauty in cinematography.  You become encapsulated in the tension of the story.  For any cinema lovers, this is one to watch.  Powerfully executed.