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The Robe [VHS] [1953]

VHS ~ Richard Burton
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Richard Burton, Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Michael Rennie, Jay Robinson
  • Directors: Henry Koster
  • Writers: Albert Maltz, Gina Kaus, Lloyd C. Douglas, Philip Dunne
  • Producers: Frank Ross
  • Format: HiFi Sound, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English
  • Classification: U
  • Studio: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
  • VHS Release Date: 16 Aug 1998
  • Run Time: 128 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00004CJVM
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 3,650 in Video (See Bestsellers in Video)

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    #66 in  Video > Classic Films > Drama > 1950s

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Amazon.co.uk Review

The Robe was designed by 20th Century-Fox to show off the wonders of CinemaScope, and taken simply as a vehicle for widescreen photography the movie is undeniably a visual treat. Perhaps the clumsy early 'Scope cameras were partly to blame, but from any other perspective--plot, dialogue and acting--The Robe is a flat, overly reverential and turgid piece of film making. Richard Burton is the Roman Centurion on duty at Christ's crucifixion who bets on and wins Jesus' robe, then spends the rest of the movie agonising about becoming a Christian. Victor Mature is his sanctimonious slave Demetrius. So confident were the producers of box-office success that they commissioned the sequel, Demetrius and the Gladiators, even before The Robe had been released. --Mark Walker

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The first film made in Cinemascope, where the followers and opponents of Jesus are affected by the robe handed down by him at his death on the cross.

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27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Robe, 19 Jun 2006
This review is from: The Robe [DVD] [1953] (DVD)
I rate this film 5 star for its content, drama and the original shooting and production. However, beware some copies of this DVD since at least one version of the transcription from film to DVD has severe faults on the sound track, with pronounced WOW and FLUTTER in some sections which goes on for some while. This entirely spoils the drama and the film for me. I am still trying to find a copy without this defect, so far unsuccessfully.

When so much was spent on this production as the very first in the new format at that time of Cinemascope, with multi-channel stereo sound, it is totally amazing that Fox could allow this gross error in the transcription of this film to DVD. Viewing this DVD in the two copies which I have purchased so far and sent back as faulty, is like going to a run-down cinema where the projectionist is an amateur bungler, and is using a worn and tired copy of a film on the circuit with a worn-out projector which is on the point of expiry and collapse! It spoils the whole experience. The film copy used for the only transcript which I have found so far also is clearly a well-used worn one, with damage to the film emulsion and resulting scratches and flashes on screen.

This film was so good, with such good acting and drama that it really deserves more respect from the people at Fox who got this transcription completely wrong. They just don't seem to be able to make films on this sort of scale or quality any more.

Try to get a good copy of a proper transcript to DVD if one exists. Then watch this with your family. It is a real family film and one which clutches at your heart strings, unless you are the sort of person with no heart at all.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "as for me, I have found another king", 27 April 2004
By Alejandra Vernon "artist & illustrator" (Long Beach, California) - See all my reviews
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A marvelous epic melodrama, with portions that are emotionally stirring,and with two exceedingly attractive stars, this film ranks high in the"sword and sandals" genre.
This is prime-time Richard Burton, at age27, heavenly to look at and even better to listen to; his crispenunciation makes the English language shine, and though some of hisscenes are a little "over the top", he carries them off with charismaticpresence. Jean Simmons is exquisite as Diana, the woman who has lovedMarcellus (Burton) since childhood, and their screen romance has a raredepth and spark.
Other notable performances come from Victor Mature asDemetrius the slave, with a mute but moving scene at Christ's crucifixion,and Michael Rennie is grand as Peter. Jay Robinson is wonderfully rottenas the vicious Caligula.
I always like a good fight sequence, and there is a brilliantlychoreographed one between Marcellus and a centurion. It is the kind ofswordplay great Shakespearean actors have perfected, and it is a delightto watch.
Directed by Henry Koster, it has an exceptional score byAlfred Newman, and vibrant Technicolor cinematography by Leon Shamroy. Ilike the way the night scenes have a deep blue glow to them, and thecostumes are wonderful. Oscars went to Best Art Direction/Set Design(color) and Best Costume design (color). It was also nominated for BestPicture, Best Actor, and Best Cinematography (color), and was the firstfilm to be released in CinemaScope.
I saw this film many years ago, and had thought it a little silly, but wehave both aged well; I can now watch it repeatedly, and appreciate thedepictions of courage, and the beauty and humanity of it. Total runningtime is 2 hours and 13 minutes.
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars wholesome viewing for the whole family, 4 April 2000
It's not often that a family can sit down to home entertainment without fear or embarrassment;this is a must-see movie for all ages.Thoroughly enjoyable story of what might have happened to The Robe,yet focus is drawn to the central character who is not even shown(The Messiah) Great costumes and a terrific performance by Richard Burton.See it!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A very acceptable interpretation
I read the book 'The Robe' by Lloyd C. Douglas a few years ago and considered it one of the best novels I have ever read. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Linda Spray

5.0 out of 5 stars Pure Brilliance
I can only say one word.. Brilliant.
I found this screen version pretty much true to the book. Read more
Published 7 months ago by A. Midgley

4.0 out of 5 stars The Robe
The first cinemascope production. Watched it recently, maybe now a bit dated. But still a good film with excellent background music. A good classic film
Published 7 months ago by Mr. Harry A. Wilkins

4.0 out of 5 stars Old classic
Silly to say, these films are easy to slag off, but I do get a lump in the throat when I watch this one. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Planetary Consultant

3.0 out of 5 stars Ok if a little long
The Robe tells the story of the Roman Centurion Marcellus Gallio who was in charge of the Crucifixion of Christ, almost as an aside to the real point of the fil what happened to... Read more
Published on 19 Oct 2007 by "Smith" Reader

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and timeless.
This is one of the most inspiring films ever made. It tells the tale of the Roman Centurion Marcellus Gallio, charged with overseeing the Crucifixion of Christ and the fate of the... Read more
Published on 3 Sep 2006 by Uenna

3.0 out of 5 stars Redemption Enrobed in Staid Script
In a film slowly becoming dated and due for a remake, we are told the story of a man's struggle to reconcile his guilt with his doubt, and his doubt with the persuasive faith of... Read more
Published on 17 Mar 2004 by A.Trendl HungarianBookstore.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Christian Viewing
Nowadays with so many 'Hollywood' ideas about Christ, it is good to watch such a refreshing movie that is down the line and true to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus. Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2000

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