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  • Actors: Jeremy Northam, Sam Neill, Peter O'Toole, Bryan Brown, Charlotte Graham
  • Directors: Toa Fraser
  • Format: PAL
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: U
  • Studio: Icon Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 27 April 2009
  • Run Time: 96 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B001Q94TRO
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,733 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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Set in Edwardian London, DEAN SPANLEY is a captivating tale revolving around Fisk (Jeremy Northam – GOSFORD PARK, AMISTAD). When Fisk attends a seminar on the subject of reincarnation, he becomes intrigued by the concept and invites the lecturer, Dean Spanley (Sam Neill – DEAD CALM, JURASSIC PARK) to his home to discuss it further over dinner. Back at Fisk's home Spanley begins to allude to a pervious life...

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful film, 10 Mar 2009
By David Evans (Wirral) - See all my reviews
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For some reason this film did not seem to get a general release.I went to see it at Theatre Clwyd last weekend and it was just wonderful and life enhancing.Its the type of film that you want to buy for all your friends.Beautifully assured performances from some great actors and well crafted camerawork.I can't praise it enough.You don't have to be spiritual or an animal lover to enjoy this but if you are,you'll enjoy it even more!
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, funny and moving, 24 Feb 2009
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I think that this film is my favourite. It's just fantastic - very funny, beautifully acted, sad and thought provoking. Peter O'Toole is just wonderful, and the characters are beautifully drawn. A must see - I'm buying it for all my friends for birthdays this year!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An unexpected delight, 22 Jul 2009
By Hud955i "Hud" (Herts. UK) - See all my reviews
I was taken to see this film by a friend. I went with misgivings and the expectation of being thoroughly bored. The opening ten minutes did nothing to allay those fears: the action was slow, of no apparent interest or dramatic impact, and seemed to be going nowhere. But little by little the four-square plot becomes increasingly eccentric, the humour builds, and very soon the film is producing some delightfully quirky entertainment, helped by great acting and characterisation from the small cast. I was completely captivated. Then, unexpectedly, from out of this quirkyness emerges a very poignant and touching little drama. Ultimately the film makes a powerful statement about what is important in our lives and relationships. It makes us feel better about ourselves.

It is based on a short story by Lord Dunsany and as with most short stories, the plot turns on circumstances which create a single but profound change - in this case, in the inner life of a character. We are not used to this kind of plot structure in the cinema - but, here at least, it works beautifully.

Peter O'Toole is magnificent. His watery eyes and far-off look are perfect for the role and dominate the screen whenever he is in shot. His eccentric and walled-up character is wholly convincing, touching and entertaining. Sam Neil and the rest of the cast are excellent too.

I guess if you demand plenty of action or complex plot lines, this film will not appeal. If, on the other hand, you like quirky films or films which allow a personal drama to quietly unfold, then go for it. I loved it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An elegant entertainment.
I was delighted to see the DVD release of Dean Spanley (2008), as I had had the good fortune to see the film during its all to brief cinematic run. Read more
Published 1 month ago by MarkF

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprise! This is one of the best films ever....!
This film is a sleeper that slips under your skin, takes you by surprise, completely wins you over ,and has you in laughter and tears by the end. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Reader

5.0 out of 5 stars Whimsey with superb cast and a moving ending
Dean Spanley was a short story written by Lord Dunsany, an Irish fantasist, in the early 20th century. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mme Linda Watten

5.0 out of 5 stars Clever and witty, also moving
"Dean Spanley" is based on a novel by Lord Dunsany, published in 1936. My interest in this film came from the fact that some time ago I read some collections of Dunsany's stories... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mark Wallace

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!
One of the best movies I've seen in more years than I care to remember. The cast were superb in the roles they played. Read more
Published 3 months ago by R.M. H

5.0 out of 5 stars Dean Spanley
This is a beautiful film, funny and very moving. The acting was superb and the dialogue and the script delightful.
Published 3 months ago by Carol French

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must See Film!
I had very little idea of what to expect from this film so the plot was a lovely surprise. All the actors were brilliant and I'm already planning to make sure all my friends go... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ms. J. Bright

3.0 out of 5 stars Great performances
A beautifully made film with an interesting premise and an excellent cast (especially Peter O'Toole) which is let down by the fact that nothing much actually happens in it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Grant Fitzgerald

5.0 out of 5 stars Lord Dunsany
Dean Spanley [DVD] [2008] Peter O'Toole is the 'star' and very good he is too, but he does not take a starring role, the three supporting actors are stronger and give excellent... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Patrick

5.0 out of 5 stars Kens view
This is one of those small but perfectly formed films that have a small release in the Cinema world but deserves more viewing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by K. G. Jennings

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