- Actors: Laurence Olivier, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, Prince Charles
- Directors: Christopher Fry
- Producers: A Queen Is Crowned
- Format: PAL
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: Exempt
- Studio: Network
- DVD Release Date: 30 July 2007
- Run Time: 150 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000PMGRTG
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Mono ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: A lavish documentary film of Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation in 1953. SCREENED/AWARDED AT: BAFTA Awards, Golden Globes, Oscar Academy Awards, ...A Queen Is Crowned
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
`A Queen Is Crowned' is the colour documentary of the Queen's coronation as shown in cinemas at the time of the event. It starts with footage from around the UK and Sir Lawrence Olivier narrating about the splendour of our `sceptred isle' before moving on to the actual coronation itself. You follow the Queen as she travels to Westminster Abbey in the magnificent golden coach, see the various rituals and oaths of the ceremony (all explained by the narrator), see the various dignitaries honour the Queen and parade out of the abbey and see the huge armed forces as they parade en masse through the streets of London. Finally you end with the Queen waving to the massed crowds as they swarm the mall and Buckingham Palace to honour their new Queen. The costumes, ornaments of state and setting are truly awe inspiring and the pomp and ceremony are fascinating to watch. The score from The London Symphony Orchestra is uplifting and completely in keeping with the ambiance of the day. It is interesting to see the Coronation in colour and with explanations after seeing brief exerts over the years at various royal mile stones. If you have even a passing interest in this event I'd recommend this DVD, it makes for interesting viewing and places the reign of our Queen in that bit deeper context.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I'v bought this DVD and I'll keep it forever as an historical treasure.
I'm portuguese, but for me this excepcional Queen of the UK, is also my Queen.
God Save the Queen.
I'm portuguese, but for me this excepcional Queen of the UK, is also my Queen.
God Save the Queen.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
There are no words to describe my feelings,to have this historic event on D.V.D. I am very proud and honered.One of the greatest celebrations of the 20th century.Also,at a great price,thank you.Extremly pleased and happy.
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A Queen is crowned
I was a child in Germany, when Queen Elizabeth was crowned.
I was fortunate: My family had a then rare and rather small black and white TV set
No need to watch newsreels... Read more
I was fortunate: My family had a then rare and rather small black and white TV set
No need to watch newsreels... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Fritz Blumenberg
...Abd everything else
This is not the complate coronation ceremony. In fact there is oribabky less time spent on the ceremony than on anything else. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Londonjerez
product description
This is a very good film,it's not often that we get to view a coronation in colour although it does lack the close ups that you would probably have today. Read more
Published 7 months ago by glyn
Super quick delivery
Wanted this for part of next years celebrations. As described it fits the bill and was delivered in double quick time.
Published 8 months ago by T. Smith
reminder of times past
I purchased this dvd to remind me of sitting in the next door neighbour's house watching it live along with other neighbours on a 9 inch black and white screen. Read more
Published 8 months ago by J. Drummond
Great Historical Documentary
This is a wonderful record of a unique occasion. Anyone with an interest in the Monarchy and British History should own it. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Kenneth J. Burns
The full Coronation ceremony
This is the first time I have seen the full Coronation Ceremony in colour. Narrated by Sir Lawrence Olivier, a wonder to see 58 years on with all the pomp and ceremony of this... Read more
Published 22 months ago by chefdave20032003
the best of british US
I WAS BORN IN 1961,WATCHING THIS DVD IN COLOUR,AMAZING TECHNOLOGY.I AM DEVOTED TO OUR DEAR QUEEN ELIZABETH,SHE HAS TRIUMPHED ABOVE & BEYOND,SADLY I FEEL THAT SHE IS & WILL BE THE... Read more
Published 22 months ago by D. barnett
A Queen is Crowned
I know this is an excellent documentary because I saw it on our local PBS, so I purchased it to show my grandchildren, but it wasn't configured for Canada, so couldn't show it... Read more
Published on 31 May 2010 by N. Diane Prince
STINKS
THIS DVD DOES NOT WORK IN CANADA, NO WARNING OF THIS WHENE I BOUGHT IT, SHAME ON YOUS
Published on 23 April 2010 by Catherine M. Haskett
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