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Born in Spain, Luis Buñuel is widely credited as the founder of surrealist cinema with films such as Un Chien andalou (made with Salvador Dali) and L’Age d’Or. Sensing that someone with his political and artistic sensibilities would have no place in a Nationalist-controlled Spain, Buñuel immigrated to New York and later to Mexico, where his career in cinema really began. Although most of the films in this set were made in France, Buñuel would return frequently to his adopted Mexican homeland, eventually dying in Mexico City in 1983.
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
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Champions-the film based on the true story of Bob Champion,who beat cancer to win the Grand National on Aldaniti.
A brilliant tearjerker-all the more so because we know it's true.Poignant for me as my own father succumbed to this terrible disease.
Superb performances from 2 of this countrys' best character actors-John Hurt and Alison Steadman. A long time coming out on DVD but well worth the wait
A brilliant tearjerker-all the more so because we know it's true.Poignant for me as my own father succumbed to this terrible disease.
Superb performances from 2 of this countrys' best character actors-John Hurt and Alison Steadman. A long time coming out on DVD but well worth the wait
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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This is one of my favourite ever movies because it beautifully combines horse racing, and an inspiring story of victory despite overwhelming odds. Whilst seabiscuit- a movie based along similar lines was oscar nominated, this film seems to have recieved very little recognistion, despite the excellent acting by John Hurt as Bob Champion and its beautiful score which can reduce even the most hard hearted viewer to tears.
Liking horses is not a necessary quality to enjoy this movie- it stands on its own like other great sporting movies i.e. Chariots of Fire, as a fantastic piece of art.
So buy it!
Liking horses is not a necessary quality to enjoy this movie- it stands on its own like other great sporting movies i.e. Chariots of Fire, as a fantastic piece of art.
So buy it!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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very moving. I'm so glad Amazon recommended this movie to me! Half of it takes place in and out of hospital, where Bob Champion is being treated for cancer, but having known people with cancer, I found that part of the plot just as interesting as that revolving around horses.
The races (steeplechase) are beautifully shot, and I liked the honesty of the filmmaker, acknowledging at the end of the film that 'no horses or jockeys were seriously injured doing this film.'
Aldaniti plays his own part, and he leaps like a leopard!
The races (steeplechase) are beautifully shot, and I liked the honesty of the filmmaker, acknowledging at the end of the film that 'no horses or jockeys were seriously injured doing this film.'
Aldaniti plays his own part, and he leaps like a leopard!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Champion Film - let down by sound
I saw Bob Champion being interviewed during the Grand National meeting and he was asked about this film. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Camerafour
Champions
The film was enjoyable it has dated rather badly but is still an interesting story.
There are some great shots of the grand national and it is very sentimental. Read more
There are some great shots of the grand national and it is very sentimental. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Mr. Mg Croman
Champions dvd
First class entertainment, a real factual true life story excellenty filmed and acted a real pleasure to watch. We shall enjoy watching it over & over again.
Published 9 days ago by BEN
Champions
I own the book,still have the video even though the player is long gone, and thought all my birthdays had come at once when i spotted the film on dvd. Read more
Published 11 months ago by shirl
Champions
If you love the Grand National this film is a must. The true story of Bob Champion (John Hurt) and his winning run in the National with Aldaniti, the horse who also had his own... Read more
Published 12 months ago by takethatanonymous
champions starring john hurt
Having watched this film as a teenager at the cinema back in the early eighties, i was delighted to see it again after so many years, a very touching true story of bravery and... Read more
Published 16 months ago by charlie brandy
Nice n Easy Viewing
I appeared in this film as an extra and wanted to show my grandchildren. The film has no violence and is suitable for children to watch. Read more
Published on 17 Mar 2010 by Mrs. L. Anderson
A great British Classic (very english get on with it - against the...
I chose this DVD over the other one
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Champions-DVD-John-Hurt/dp/B00014NFLG/ref=sr_1_2? Read more
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Champions-DVD-John-Hurt/dp/B00014NFLG/ref=sr_1_2? Read more
Published on 2 Feb 2010 by Peri
CHAMPIONS AT CHELTENHAM
I was a crowd extra at Chelteltenham Racecourse back in 1982 for a 5 day location shoot of the Champions film. Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2010 by DAVE REYNOLDS
The title says it all
This is the inspiring true story of a jockey battling with cancer but still pursuing his dreams. John Hurt is superb and the music is fantastic.
Published on 14 May 2009 by Demuynck
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