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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This film directed by the legendary John Huston in 1948 is based on the cult 1927 novel by B Traven. It is unusual for the time in that it was filmed entirely on location in Mexico, which later became a very popular trend. It is set unusually in 1920s Mexico shortly after the revolution. The country was still in turmoil and patrolled by the ruthless Federales. A sort of local Police with attitude. Their justice often being of the summary kind, and the final verdict being decided with a bullet for the miscreant.
Into this arena enter three Gringo prospectors and general down and outs. Humphrey Bogart never at ease in Western guise plays Fred Dobbs the lottery ticket winner who invests all his money in prospecting equipment. He is joined by the younger Bob Curtin played by Tim Holt and the older and wiser Howard played by Walter Huston. Howard predicts trouble and he is not far wrong. The three strike it rich but the gold causes Bogart to lose his mind with greed. This leads to confrontation in the group and ultimately to tragedy. There is a rather fitting twist to the story at the end.
The film was nominated for an oscar for best picture, but lost out to Oliviers "Hamlet". Perhaps the films main flaw lies in Bogart's metamorphosis from Mr nice guy to a frothing lunatic in such a short space of time. A little heavy handed for someone as skilled as Huston. Bogart seems to have been rehearsing for his later role as Captain Queeg in "The Caine Mutiny", where he again loses his marbles big time. The film is a strong morality fable and could almost be taken from a Biblical parable. Gold and riches are not the most important things in life, and lusting after such wealth can lead to tragic consequences. It is a cautionary tale of old but still posseses great power.
Watch out for the brief one line appearence of Tim Holt's father Jack Holt the old silent screen hero. He is one of the men down on their luck. Overall the film is still very enjoyable despite the flaws. A fairly generous 4 stars.
Into this arena enter three Gringo prospectors and general down and outs. Humphrey Bogart never at ease in Western guise plays Fred Dobbs the lottery ticket winner who invests all his money in prospecting equipment. He is joined by the younger Bob Curtin played by Tim Holt and the older and wiser Howard played by Walter Huston. Howard predicts trouble and he is not far wrong. The three strike it rich but the gold causes Bogart to lose his mind with greed. This leads to confrontation in the group and ultimately to tragedy. There is a rather fitting twist to the story at the end.
The film was nominated for an oscar for best picture, but lost out to Oliviers "Hamlet". Perhaps the films main flaw lies in Bogart's metamorphosis from Mr nice guy to a frothing lunatic in such a short space of time. A little heavy handed for someone as skilled as Huston. Bogart seems to have been rehearsing for his later role as Captain Queeg in "The Caine Mutiny", where he again loses his marbles big time. The film is a strong morality fable and could almost be taken from a Biblical parable. Gold and riches are not the most important things in life, and lusting after such wealth can lead to tragic consequences. It is a cautionary tale of old but still posseses great power.
Watch out for the brief one line appearence of Tim Holt's father Jack Holt the old silent screen hero. He is one of the men down on their luck. Overall the film is still very enjoyable despite the flaws. A fairly generous 4 stars.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
The Treasure of the Sierra Madre is set in the 1930's and tells the tale of three men who set out prospecting for gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains. The three men start out as friends but by the end have been completely driven apart by greed ambition and stupidity. This film brilliantly explores the nature of manhood and friendship as all three characters fail to balance these attributes. This film was one of the best films to come out of the 1930's and Gained john Houston and Walter Houston Oscars for best supporting actor and director.
The picture is much better on the Blu ray version and is region free so will play in any country.
The picture is much better on the Blu ray version and is region free so will play in any country.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The word Classic is sometimes over used in films but The Treasure of Sierra Madre fits superbly. Two down and outs, Bogart and Holt, try their hand at oil drilling, then fail to get paid by the boss, but they take their money in a bar fight later on. With the money left they team up with an old gold prospector, Walter Huston, who steals the film, to go GOLD hunting. An adventure beyond imagination unfolds but you will have to buy the film to see what happens.
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Yes this is a classic and if you had not heard of it you would not be considering buying this 60-year-old black and white movie. Go on, buy it. You will not be disappointed. Read more
Published 9 months ago by H. Galloway
A great adventure
An adventure definitely worth watching. I had been waiting for years for the bluray version to come out and I wasn't disappointed. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Petri
a excellent film about the hunt for gold
another outstanding film from the great film actor humphrey bogart full of film noir of forties filmaking excellent story and well acted as can be expected from a great film actor... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr. Nigelecook
Yes, It's that Good
'Treasure of the Sierra Madre' is, I think, one of the greatest films ever made and, contrary to reviewer Humpty Dumpty, I would argue even a bit UNDER-rated. Read more
Published 14 months ago by E. Lorge
a treasure well worth unearthing
action.excitement.adventure,drama.add great acting to the mix and you
can't go wrong with this rousing tale.but it's much deeper than
that. Read more
can't go wrong with this rousing tale.but it's much deeper than
that. Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2010 by falcon
Good adventure film. But a classic?
This movie comes with a tall reputation, often featuring in 'best film' lists. But it's quite hard to see why. Read more
Published on 9 May 2009 by Humpty Dumpty
Classic Bogart. Terrific Film
A classic film of ambition turning to greed and mistrust ending in paranoia and insanity.
This is a classic Bogart film with terrific performances all round. Read more
This is a classic Bogart film with terrific performances all round. Read more
Published on 14 Oct 2008 by John Ryan
Not what I was expecting. In a good way.
The story of an American in Mexico who is down on his luck. He eventually teams up with some other Americans in the same boat to go prospecting. Read more
Published on 5 Mar 2008 by M. Miller
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