I would appreciate any comments or reviews.
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It is my opinion that Gettysburg is the only war film that was made with the military historian in mind. It doesn't get muddled with romance, and I believe it takes as little license as possible. Ted Turner wanted to get it right and I think he did. As movies go it is long...but worth it. If you know nothing about the battle you will leave the movie reasonably informed. The acting was good. I say give it a chance. Just my 2 lincolns worth.
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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by DVD.guy:
I would appreciate any comments or reviews. Looking to buy Gettysburg, is it worth it? Thanks<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Is the Pope Catholic??? Buy this movie!!! Enough said.... http://talk.dvdtalk.com/ubb/smile.gif ------------------ http://www.dvdtracker.com/~djones6746.asp "You know Andy...I never thought it would come to this....Mayberry....Gateway to danger." Barney Fife |
As a visual experience? Yes, it is worth it.
As a taut war drama? No. For the record, I am buying it, but I don't even pretend that it is a terrific film. ------------------ "A lie can travel half-way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes." - Mark Twain |
I thought it was a rather dull movie. Pretty boring. Only for those really interested in the era. Probably ok (but not good) for history teachers.
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This was one of the films I wanted on dvd ever since I got my player. The fact that I live 30 miles from Gettysburg might have an effect on that, but its worth every penny. Great action, good acting, and a very accurate account of the battle.
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The movie was based in large part on "The Killer Angels", Pulitzer Prize winning historical novel by Michael Shaara. It's an excellent book, not to be mistaken for a tedious recitation of historical events. I haven't seen the movie yet, but I can highly recommend the novel.
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<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by steve f:
The movie was based in large part on "The Killer Angels", Pulitzer Prize winning historical novel by Michael Shaara.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I would go much farther than "based in large part." It is, in fact, a visual recreation of the novel. Dialogue and action are taken almost verbatim from the novel. ------------------ "A lie can travel half-way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes." - Mark Twain |
Thanks to everyone for the input!
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