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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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Format:DVD
1492, is stunning with it's images and it's soundtrack. It's honestly a really big triumph in the cinema. Ridley Scott directed 1492, and the movie is highly intelligent with it's direction. Great performances, though the accents are annoying. Besides the accents, everything is perfect in 1492, including Gerard Depardieu's amazing portrayal of Columbus. Be prepared for quite a historical masterpiece. Which 1492 truly is.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By G. Rollo
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Sadly this film was a flop at the cinema and Gerard Depardieu appears to be a strange choice for the role of Colombus, but 1492 is still a highly watchable movie, which is very well made and thought provoking. Armand Assante puts in a great performance and its hard to believe that its the same actor that played the villain in the nonsense that was Judge Dredd. Michael Wincott is excellent as the sinister Moxica. Ridley Scott rarely makes bad films and this certainly is not one of them and if you like history, you will like this film. Also the soundtrack composed by Vangelis is a great movie score adding a great atmosphere to the movie.
Other reviewers have stated that there is a lot of violence in this movie but I would say it is the opposite. The most gory scene in the film is when an indian has his hand cut off. There are a couple of battles and executions but these scenes are not excessive, and are necessary to the plot.
Dont listen to what the critics say about this film, its well worth watching.
Other reviewers have stated that there is a lot of violence in this movie but I would say it is the opposite. The most gory scene in the film is when an indian has his hand cut off. There are a couple of battles and executions but these scenes are not excessive, and are necessary to the plot.
Dont listen to what the critics say about this film, its well worth watching.
21 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. L. Stacy
Format:DVD
This was one film I inherited from my brother when he gave me his video collection. For months it sat gathering dust until I finally got bored and decided to watch it. How gutted I was I didn't view it earlier!
1492 is one of those very rare films where you can really feel the sheer heart and passion that the lead actor has poured into his role. Gerard Depideau is frankly superb and you instantly feel that he really is Columbus and he really did cross that massive ocean.
What's really interesting about this movie though is how it concentrates on not only the events leading up to the discovery but also the aftermath which is so often overlooked. Most people could tell you that Columbus was the guy who discovered America, but not much else about him. This film tells you about the hassles beforehand and his unfortunate struggle thereafter.
A truely moving and educational film. This is worthy of anyones collection.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Christopher Columbus with a twist
Great acting from Depardieu. Great music. Quite historically accurate. A moment in history that is worth knowing more about. Read more
Published 1 month ago by VO
4.0 out of 5 stars
A very nice product..
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a must see, for anyone interested in history.
A fantastic and complete film, educational,exciting,moving and a real treat on the eyes, if you like quality films(not 'Meet the Parents' or 'Hangover 2' etc) you will love this,... Read more
Published 2 months ago by MR C GEE
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Good seller
Very pleased to have sourced a bluray copy of a very underrated (in my opinion) film. Only disappointment is that the extra content did not have English subtitles.
Published 2 months ago by john hasell
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Fantastic Transfer, not just your Bogstandard affair.
This is possibly my favourite film by Ridley Scott. Sound and of course the visuals(his trademark) all superb. Read more
Published 3 months ago by D. Rushforth
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quality of product
The quality of this disc is ap'palling it is like the old vhs tape when the tracking is out of line, the storie line of the film is great , i bought this because i dont have a vhs... Read more
Published 4 months ago by dave campbell
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1492 conquest of paradise
entertaining film but not very historically correct, there is too much hollywood and not enough factual material
in it to make it interesting aswell as entertaining but would... Read more
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Published 4 months ago by richard preston
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1492 Conquest of Paradise
Great historical content, captivating to watch, would liked to have seen a bit more of Sigourney Weaver. The costumes were good.
Published 5 months ago by Capt Crab
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A good make of a historic tale,that is well acted and captures brilliantly the suspense and bravery of the explorers who risked their lives for what they beleived in,the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by greg g
4.0 out of 5 stars
An English language film where you'll wish it was subtitled....
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Published 14 months ago by Tim Kidner
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