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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
We really did speak like that 60 years ago!
A somewhat old-fashioned b&w film charting the post-war rush to break the "sound barrier". Although it comes over as rather quaint these days, the performances by Ralph Richardson, Ann Todd, Nigel Patrick and new boy - Denholm Elliott, are really rather good. The flying scenes are effective, although I would question the verisimilitude surrounding Denholm Elliot's fatal crash on his first solo - no flying instructor I have known (over a long life associated with aviation), be he military or civilian, would have sent a pupil solo unless he was supremely confident in the tyro's ability to get the kite back on the deck in one piece. Even so the accident was necessary to advance the generally creaking plot. But for all its "ground-pounder" failings, the testing of the jet equipment of the day was well worth the entrance fee.
A must see for all pilots and groundcrew of the era (and no doubt the WAAF's they dated!).
A somewhat old-fashioned b&w film charting the post-war rush to break the "sound barrier". Although it comes over as rather quaint these days, the performances by Ralph Richardson, Ann Todd, Nigel Patrick and new boy - Denholm Elliott, are really rather good. The flying scenes are effective, although I would question the verisimilitude surrounding Denholm Elliot's fatal crash on his first solo - no flying instructor I have known (over a long life associated with aviation), be he military or civilian, would have sent a pupil solo unless he was supremely confident in the tyro's ability to get the kite back on the deck in one piece. Even so the accident was necessary to advance the generally creaking plot. But for all its "ground-pounder" failings, the testing of the jet equipment of the day was well worth the entrance fee.
A must see for all pilots and groundcrew of the era (and no doubt the WAAF's they dated!).
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
I was given a mission from my dad to find this on dvd as he hadn't seen the film since he was a kid. Needless to say it turned out to be the best xmas present ever (as you know dads are notoriously difficult to buy for). Quality was perfect and it brought back a lot of memories for him. He would definitley recommend for others born around the 1940's with an interest in aeroplanes.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
I have given this product 3 stars only because although the film itself is top notch with a wonderful story brilliantly acted by a strong cast and plenty of aviation action, the sound on this particular transfer is quite appalling. Studio Canal seem to have a problem with audio when they (so called) "remaster" these older films and one is left wishing that they had left well alone. There is a constant "pulsing" on the soundtrack, most evident when the background music is playing long sustained notes, which is extremely intrusive and distracting. It starts on the chimes of Big Ben at the "London Films" ident logo and continues throughout the whole film.
This is one of two recent purchases of Studio Canal DVDs (the other being "Hobson's Choice") which have this same audio defect. I have an old VHS recording of this film and the sound is far superior than this DVD; it being an older, non-digital version.
If you can find this film released by any other company than "Studio Canal" then go for it but as for this particular version, leave well alone. I will definitely not be buying any more DVDs made by Studio Canal.
Amazon are in no way at fault here; they delivered the product quickly and well packaged, as always. My only gripe is with Studio Canal and their very poor sound processing.
This is one of two recent purchases of Studio Canal DVDs (the other being "Hobson's Choice") which have this same audio defect. I have an old VHS recording of this film and the sound is far superior than this DVD; it being an older, non-digital version.
If you can find this film released by any other company than "Studio Canal" then go for it but as for this particular version, leave well alone. I will definitely not be buying any more DVDs made by Studio Canal.
Amazon are in no way at fault here; they delivered the product quickly and well packaged, as always. My only gripe is with Studio Canal and their very poor sound processing.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
It soars in the air, less so on the ground
The owner (Ralph Richardson) of an aircraft company is determined to break the sound barrier. To this end, despite the trepidation from his daughter (Ann Todd), he recruits his son... Read more
Published 2 months ago by The CinemaScope Cat
David LEAN a great director
Although not being one of his most famous masterpieces,"The Sound Barrier" still has that special "David Lean touch" that cannot be mistaken, even 60 years later. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Patricia Simeon
A pretty decent B movie.
This is not a bad little British B movie from the early 50s. The story-line stacks up and there is some good footage of old jets. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Kenneth Davis
unfit for purpose
This was a film I remembered from the1950's and was looking forward to viewing it again. Unfortunately the sound and picture quality was so bad I had to return it to Amazon and... Read more
Published 14 months ago by R. Burgess
One of my favourite films of all time
Sound Barrier remains one of my favourite films. I first saw it as a 10 year old in 1952 and found it just as exciting seeing it once more a few weeks ago. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Harrington66
Breaking the Sound Barrier
Long before "The Right Stuff" the British did their own take on breaking the sound barrier in this film released in 1952. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Kim the CD Man
The Sound Barrier
Excellent product. Storyline holds up well and characters well portrayed.
Though not strictly accurate, most entertaining and worthy of its awards.
Though not strictly accurate, most entertaining and worthy of its awards.
Published on 9 May 2010 by Bryan A. Bennett
The Sound Barrier
An excellent movie for its' time. It is hard to beat the British movies of the fifties for realism without going overboard. Read more
Published on 3 July 2009 by Mr. Harry Baker
when britain ruled the world
Top film when Britain was great
Love the characters
With great moral ending
Love the characters
With great moral ending
Published on 27 Jun 2009 by M. Baxter
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Vintage 50's aircraft - for aviation buffs only - this is a must, to see classic footage of vintage Supermarine and DH jets.
Published on 15 Mar 2009 by L. A. P. Nevard
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