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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Biographies, Interactive Menu, Photo Gallery, Production Notes, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: The Last Valley was written, produced and directed by acclaimed novelist James Clavell, whose prolific credits include 'Shogun', 'The Great Escape' and '633 Squadron'. A compelling tale of survival set in 17th century Austria against the backdrop of the Thirty Years War. In his nomadic travels Vogel (Omar Sharif) comes across a beautiful, peaceful village where the community lies unaffected by the war raging around it. He is given the opportunity to lodge there for winter in return for protection. When an army of ruthless mercenaries led by 'The Captain' (Michael Caine) also discover the oasis, the peace is shattered and the village descends into conflict and violence. ...The Last Valley
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I've always enjoyed this film since it first came out - it is as much a philosophical discussion as it is a war film, which gives it a bit more depth. As others have said, it looks good as well. And with that in mind I have been searching for a decent version of it on DVD. But this version is NOT a widescreen presentation - the credit sequence is, but the movie itself is 4x3, mainly because it is a TV version. Still worth watching, but also still worth seeking out a true version.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I first saw this film many years ago and was delighted to be able to get my hands on a DVD to watch it again. The Thirty Years War was a pointless and bloody affair, which ruined the livelihoods of those who were not killed or tortured. Greedy warlords and princes fought each other and changed sides when convenient, the only army in it for higher ambitions being that of King Gustav Adolf of Sweden. To say that ordinary people suffered terribly would be an understatement and the film portrays this well, with the contrast of the one valley in the German speaking world to have escaped the carnage well described. The acting is first class, in my opinion, one of Michael Caine's best roles. Scenery beautiful and the futility of the war extremely well brought to life.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Considering the variety of European languages, and also the increasing number of people who cherish subtitles even in their own languages, it must be noted that there are no subtitles at all in this edition.
The film itself is quite interesting, though it was badly (and undeservedly) welcomed by the public and the critics at its launch.
The film itself is quite interesting, though it was badly (and undeservedly) welcomed by the public and the critics at its launch.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A forgotten epic well worth remembering on a forgettably bad cropped...
Filmed under the incredibly unwieldy and oh-so-Sixties title Somewhere in the Mountains There is a Last Valley and hindered by financing problems, The Last Valley marked the end of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Trevor Willsmer
The Lost Movie?
This movie hasn't found its way onto to general TV reruns and is well worth a look. Good acting from Sharif and Caine and a well paced movie.
Published 4 months ago by brawgowfer
Underrated Film
An excellent film set in a historical period not often explored.For some reason, and despite the big name Stars, this film never achieved the recognition it deserved. Read more
Published 10 months ago by esotericman
genethofon
I first so this film in the 70s, i was so young then, it is a lovely film, so scenic, and the music is heaven, a truly wonderful film. excellent
Published 13 months ago by genethofon
Time for a remake of the final reel?
Finally! I get to see this film. Chanced upon it, late one evening, so many years ago. Watched only the opening few minutes, and then retired to the land of nod. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mr. P. B. Koeb
A superb film
The Last Valley is one of those rare treats - an intelligent film with an allegorical message - but it's also entertaining and not pretentious. Read more
Published on 22 Feb 2010 by Stevie
Worth making the trip to The Last Valley
The Last Valley is a classic historical drama, very much of its time, but great fun all the same, with an interesting story in a fascinating and complex period of mid-european... Read more
Published on 25 May 2009 by Josh
Well worth seeing
I chanced upon this film some 15 years ago on TV. It gripped me immediately. A top line cast, some fine acting, a good storyline, wonderful photography and an excellent musical... Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2008 by H. Galloway
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