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Nicholas And Alexandra [DVD] [1971]

DVD ~ Michael Jayston
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  • Actors: Michael Jayston, Janet Suzman, Roderic Noble, Ania Marson, Lynne Frederick
  • Directors: Franklin J. Schaffner
  • Writers: Edward Bond, James Goldman, Robert K. Massie
  • Producers: Franklin J. Schaffner, Andrew Donally, Sam Spiegel
  • Format: PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English, French, German, Russian
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 2 Dec 2002
  • Run Time: 165 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000071WJ0
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,862 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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    #28 in  DVD > Drama > Historical
    #59 in  DVD > Action & Adventure > War

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Perhaps the quintessential example of the intimate epic, Nicholas and Alexandra is the compelling story of Nicholas II (Michael Jayston), the last Czar of Russia, and his wife Alexandra (Janet Suzman). Director Franklin J Schaffner frames the intimate lives of the Imperial Couple against the dramatic backdrop of the Russian Revolution, creating the filmic equivalent of a monumental frieze. Private and public lives intersect when Alexandra, who has clearly read Macbeth, influences Nicholas into several misguided actions while coping with her haemophilic newborn son. Schaffner builds suspense wonderfully as he illuminates the couple's mysterious bond to the mystical Rasputin (Tom Baker) and the events leading to their execution. Nominated for Best Picture, the splendidly lensed Nicholas and Alexandra earned two Oscars for its delicious eye candy (Art Direction, Costume Design). --Kevin Mulhall

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Royal family genocide movie at its best--, 15 Oct 2005
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This review is from: Nicholas and Alexandra [DVD] [1971] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC] (DVD)
Excellent historical movie Suzman is bril. as the the ill fated Tzarina (is that right?) How the angry mobs were allowed to wipe out one of the most famous Royal families of Europe while us British stood back and let it happen.And yes,we need not have as all the murderous signs were there long enough for us to act--superb film and worth watching 10 times over.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant movie of the downfall of the last Tsar., 2 Oct 2000
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This review is from: Nicholas And Alexandra [VHS] [1971] (VHS Tape)
This movie is absolutely brilliant with some fine acting by Michael Jayston and Janet Suzman as the last Tsar and Tsarina of Imperial Russia. Tom Baker is also very good as the mad monk Rasputin. The editing isn`t very great and sometimes it is quite hard to follow the plot of the movie. Some points of the movie are not very historically accurate but they do try and cram the last 25 years or so of the Tsar`s life into 160 minutes. Altogether a very good movie as an introduction to the lifes of the Romanov`s and the downfall of the Imperial Family.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Costume Drama!, 4 Jun 2002
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This review is from: Nicholas And Alexandra [VHS] [1971] (VHS Tape)
The story of Nicholas II and Alexandra, his tsarina have long fascinated the western world. This film is a pleasure to watch despite some historical inaccuracies. There were some fantastic performances like the ones from Michael Jayston (the Tsar), Janet Suzman (the Tsarina,) Irene Worth (the Empress Dowager,) Harry Andrews (Grand Duke Nicholas) and from Tom Andrews (Rasputin.) But there were also some very disappointing scenes - the Tsar's four daughters spoke about a line each and seemed to be perpetually laughing and the portrayal of Prince Felix, Grand Duke Dmitry and Rasputin's death was overdone and irritating.
But besides this the film is good and well worth watching!
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Nicholas And Alexandra [DVD] [1971]A brilliant film. The service was really quick and excellent value for money. We were very pleased.
Published 2 months ago by Melly plops

4.0 out of 5 stars True British Acting talent at its very best
Watched this film one Sunday afternoon and I didn't want it to end, a tragic tale of the last Tsar of Russia, told in true British style. Read more
Published 3 months ago by C. L. Greenway

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice movie but...
This is a nice movie. I saw it as a child and it was no edited in France. I bought it here on amazon. It is written that the movie is subtitled in french. Read more
Published 17 months ago by carlitophage

5.0 out of 5 stars Detailed and very well acted
This is an excellent depiction of the last years of the Romanov empire. The characters have been played by superb actors - particularly Tom Baker who makes an eerie resemblance to... Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2007 by Diane Burke

1.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant movie, but a seriously dodgy DVD - get the video!
I'd just like that this movie is excellent, the acting is perfect, the storyline really compelling, the soundtrack is hauntingly beautiful and the director ought to have won an... Read more
Published on 19 May 2006 by Stew Carr

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