- Actors: Sam Neill, Peter O'Toole, Kris Kristofferson, Leo McKern, Derek Jacobi
- Directors: Paul Cox
- Format: PAL
- Language English, Spanish
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 4:3 - 1.33:1
- Classification: PG
- DVD Release Date: 3 Sep 2001
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B0000667LQ
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 19,817 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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Molokai is perhaps the omst moving true story that I have ever seen. It follows Father Damien (David Wenham)as he begins his work on the island of Molokia. The island is where those suffereing from leper were sent to die. Father Damien is sent to establish a priesthood there and remain for three months and is ordered to touch no one or risk contracting the disease. However Father Damien's kind nature soon sees him rebelling from this and he gradually turns the place from a hell hole into a haven.
Good performances are also turned in by the likes of Peter O'Toole and Tom Wlikinson. To make it into a spell binding tear jerker.
Good performances are also turned in by the likes of Peter O'Toole and Tom Wlikinson. To make it into a spell binding tear jerker.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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After visiting these areas of the world some time ago we were aware that Moloki was used as a lepor colony so this excellent film brought more depth to the history of the island
Accurate attention to detail in the film with good convincing acting from all.
many of the extras being Moloki islanders themselves.
Strength of character, bravery, stoicism excellently portrayed by lead.
A beautiful thoughtful positive film would view a second time.
Accurate attention to detail in the film with good convincing acting from all.
many of the extras being Moloki islanders themselves.
Strength of character, bravery, stoicism excellently portrayed by lead.
A beautiful thoughtful positive film would view a second time.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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This biography of Father Damien, the Catholic priest who in 1873 volunteered for service on the Hawaiian leper colony of Molokai. For 15 years Damien ministered nearly single-handedly to the quarantined community, supplying what medication he could procure while struggling against the red tape from organizations (religious and governmental) that would rather have forgotten all about the thousands of people dying in primitive conditions. He won some battles and lost others, finally succumbing to the disease himself in 1888.
The films earnestness led to the who's-who supporting cast (Sam Neill, Derek Jacobi, Peter O'Toole, Leo McKern, Kate Ceberano and Kris Kristofferson), but it is David Wenham who must carry the film as Damien, which he does spectacularly and with a touching humility, but with the spirit to fight for those he serves, in the midst of such conflict. Director Paul Cox was inspired in his choices of choosing scenes to highlight 15 years in a single film not two hours long. He uses amazing cinematographic tools to convey the story and the passage of time, a tree stand planted by Damien, the many construction projects he carries out, and watching `Little Bishop' grow up and pass away. Pay particular attention to the music, and the use of the sound of the wind as the film progresses.
This is a story of faith and of service. If you want a film that will challenge your spirit and cause you to examine your own life in the light of the service given by others you could not pick a better film.
The Toronto Globe and Mail stated about the film "A Triumph of the Human Spirit!" Though this film did well at the film festivals it had little or no mainstream release in North America.
[...] Is the IMDB (Internet Movie Data Base) site about the film.
After seeing this film I have been driven to track down books about Damien and the situation there on Molokai. In watching this film be prepared to be challenged.
The films earnestness led to the who's-who supporting cast (Sam Neill, Derek Jacobi, Peter O'Toole, Leo McKern, Kate Ceberano and Kris Kristofferson), but it is David Wenham who must carry the film as Damien, which he does spectacularly and with a touching humility, but with the spirit to fight for those he serves, in the midst of such conflict. Director Paul Cox was inspired in his choices of choosing scenes to highlight 15 years in a single film not two hours long. He uses amazing cinematographic tools to convey the story and the passage of time, a tree stand planted by Damien, the many construction projects he carries out, and watching `Little Bishop' grow up and pass away. Pay particular attention to the music, and the use of the sound of the wind as the film progresses.
This is a story of faith and of service. If you want a film that will challenge your spirit and cause you to examine your own life in the light of the service given by others you could not pick a better film.
The Toronto Globe and Mail stated about the film "A Triumph of the Human Spirit!" Though this film did well at the film festivals it had little or no mainstream release in North America.
[...] Is the IMDB (Internet Movie Data Base) site about the film.
After seeing this film I have been driven to track down books about Damien and the situation there on Molokai. In watching this film be prepared to be challenged.
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A Must See!!
This is a wonderful film with an impressive cast...Leo McKern,Derek Jacobi, Sam Neill, Peter O'Toole, Kris Kristofferson. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2010 by Mr. H. Kielty
God bless Father Damien
I enjoyed this film very much. Having visited Molokai and travelled on the mule down the cliff side I was enthralled with the scenery. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2009 by Ma Connolly
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