- Actors: Charlie Cox, Kate Mara, Stephen McCole, Ciaron Kelly, Billy Boyd
- Directors: Charles Martin Smith
- Writers: Charles Martin Smith, Ian Hamilton
- Producers: Charles Martin Smith, Alan Martin, Andrew Boswell, Carole Sheridan, Michael S. Murphey
- Format: PAL
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: To be announced
- Studio: Contender
- DVD Release Date: 20 April 2009
- Run Time: 96 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B001KYNCIW
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 55,227 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Based around the events of a true story, 'Stone of Destiny' is an interesting and watchable 96 minutes. This film has a low budget and made-for-television feel about it, but the teledrama atmosphere doesn't detract from the end product or the atmosphere. If you're a Scottish nationalist you'll probably have a tear in your eye when cars horns beep and statues are commandeered with saltires when news of the bold raid breaks out, and even if you're not you'll still enjoy the tension and human interest stories behind the 4 young rebellious Scots.
The stone of destiny did, of course, finally head back to Scotland in an official capacity in the 1990s (albeit technically on loan as the final credits point out), but this daring raid probably played a part in raising the national consciousness of an independent/devolved Scotland. At the end of the day, no one got hurt and it was free advertising for Scottish nationalism. In the modern era they would no doubt have hired a publicist and launched a facebook campaign.
As for the movie, it's an interesting historical pic. I wasn't sure that some of the costumes entirely captured the attire of 1950, but one thing that was striking was the nostalgia of an 'age of innocence' when you could drive to London and have the road to yourself, not to mention park right outside Westminster Abbey without being hit by a congestion charge fee and a parking ticket.
The stone of destiny did, of course, finally head back to Scotland in an official capacity in the 1990s (albeit technically on loan as the final credits point out), but this daring raid probably played a part in raising the national consciousness of an independent/devolved Scotland. At the end of the day, no one got hurt and it was free advertising for Scottish nationalism. In the modern era they would no doubt have hired a publicist and launched a facebook campaign.
As for the movie, it's an interesting historical pic. I wasn't sure that some of the costumes entirely captured the attire of 1950, but one thing that was striking was the nostalgia of an 'age of innocence' when you could drive to London and have the road to yourself, not to mention park right outside Westminster Abbey without being hit by a congestion charge fee and a parking ticket.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
A great movie for fans of "Waking Ned Divine" and other films in this ilk. Robert Carlyle fans might be disappointed at the size of his part and the awful hairstyle! Do not expect a movie that will rock your world, but it is a good one just to sit back and chill out to. I bought it for my parents (after I saw it on a long haul flight) and they loved it (they are in their late 60s.)
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Not Oscar material, but a very fun presentation of a true historical fact. Some good acting and lovely countryside. Not to mention, a nice view of the interior of the Westminster Abbey. Something the whole family can watch together and not get bored. Recommend for age nine on up. Treat yourself to a pleasant evening and watch "Stone of Destiny"!
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Stone of Destiny DVD
Great film for any Scot... Great to see Ian Hamilton appear during film!! Loved it. I went with children and they all loved the film too.
Published 4 months ago by M.S.J.
Spoilt by anachronisms
With the May 2011 SNP election, Scottish Nationalism is in the air once again, which could be the reason behind the high price of this DVD. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Malcolm Baird
Stone of Destiny - a true story from 1951, from Scotland to London
Stone of Destiny (2008) DVD is based on a true story how in 1951, four Scottish students (three men and a woman) try to steal the Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey, but will... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Prolific Reader
Cringeworthy
This is one of the worst films I've ever seen. Well actually, only half seen because I could not bear to watch the second half after enduring the first forty minutes or so of... Read more
Published on 13 May 2010 by J. Mackison
Scot wha hae done their bit
Tongue in cheek for most of the way, this was nevertheless a story worth telling. And it was indeed told well.
Published on 7 Sep 2009 by B. Tierney
Definitely worth a look
This film is based on the book of the same name by Ian Hamilton, one of four Glasgow university students who liberated the Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey on Christmas Day,... Read more
Published on 3 Sep 2009 by Constant Reader
Far better than the Critics reviews
I went to the cinema in St Andrews to see this. As a patriotic Scot with an interest in Scottish History I was looking forward to seeing this. Read more
Published on 2 Sep 2009 by G. Rollo
They stole a stone, didn't quite steal five stars
I admit it - I am a class one sucker for Scottish history, tartan, bagpipes and I can even be caught on occassion listening to BBC Alba music. Read more
Published on 15 Jun 2009 by Mr President
excellent film
This film was one of the best films that I have seen in a while, the cast is brilliant. Would definately recommend this film. Read more
Published on 28 May 2009 by K. Selby
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