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Brother Sun, Sister Moon [DVD] [1973]

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Actors: Graham Faulkner, Judi Bowker, Leigh Lawson, Kenneth Cranham, Lee Montague
Directors: Franco Zeffirelli
Writers: Franco Zeffirelli, Kenneth Ross, Lina Wertm�ller, Suso Cecchi d'Amico
Producers: Dyson Lovell, Luciano Perugia
Format: PAL
Language English
Subtitles: English, Arabic, Bulgarian, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Icelandic, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian
Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
Aspect Ratio: 1.77:1
Number of discs: 1
Classification: PG
Studio: Paramount Home Entertainment
DVD Release Date: 5 April 2004
Run Time: 116 minutes

Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

ASIN: B0001CVAY2
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 6,869 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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It seemed like a good idea in 1973: a musical scored by Donovan about the life and times of St. Francis of Assisi, the passionate ascetic who expressed love for God by loving nature. But the finished product was something else. Filmmaker Franco Zeffirelli (Endless Love) makes a decorous effort at communicating the ideals of Francis and even tweaking the character toward flower-power relevance. But the result is feel-good fluff, a boring movie that doesn't penetrate its subject as much as reinvent him toward a modern bias. Graham Faulkner is entirely forgettable in the lead and Donovan's songs on this project aren't exactly first-rate, either. --Tom Keogh

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Director Franco Zeffirelli brings his unique blend of inspired on-location photography, beautiful young actors, and moving spiritual energy to the story of Saint Francis of Assisi. Francesco (Graham Faulkner) is the spoiled son of a wealthy merchant until he renounces all his worldly possessions to live a simple life as a man of God. He gradually gains a large following, much to the dismay of the local bishop. With a lovely soundtrack by Donovan, and a distinctly counter-cultural feel, this is a unique film that deserves to be treasured for its message of love and its cinematic beauty.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Saint Francis in a late twentieth century context, 9 Jul 2003

By	Nicktomjoe "nicktomjoe" (Oxford UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brother Sun, Sister Moon [VHS] [1973] (VHS Tape)

The date of release says it all; Francis' return from a disastrous war leaves him scarred and disillusioned. The parallels with Vietnam are obvious, although not overdone; Donovan's music plants this squarely in the seventies. A series of (simply portayed) religious experiences changes Francis' life, and gradually that of his friends.
Shot in Northern Italy in the bright colours and "spit and sawdust" that are Zeffirelli's trademarks (as in his Jesus, and Romeo and Juliet, and parodied mercilessly in Jabberwocky and Life of Brian), the cast rise to the occasion to produce a romanticised version of Francis' early adult life, slightly over the top, perhaps, but coherent and dramatically plausible. If the costumes or some of the scenes are extravagant, they nonetheless portray the ethos of the central Middle Ages very well: small town rivalries, the increasingly uneasy relations between rich and poor, the lumbering ritual of a rapidly stagnating Christianity that the Franciscans did so much to revitalise. If it didn't look quite like that, it ought to have done.
I have loved the film since I first saw it and still find myself singing the music (failed hippy!).

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5.0 out of 5 stars Marvellous, 28 Jul 2004

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This review is from: Brother Sun, Sister Moon [VHS] [1973] (VHS Tape)

I never understand the bad reviews that one reads for this film. It is a stunningly beautiful evocation of Francis life. Do you find it a modern reading of Francis? Good!! That will let you connect with the real person.

A most beautiful film, full of art references. DO NOT MISS THIS FILM!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars brother sun, sister moon: a classic, 22 Mar 2004

By	Dave Balbarada (Nurses Home, Royal Brompton Hospital, Sydney St., London SW3 6NP, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews

This is one of the many brilliant works of the accomplished director Franco Zeffirelli. The cinematic score of the film is beautiful especially the choice of location and custome despicts the uniqueness of that time. The story line is very fluid that the viewer would not want to leave his seat until the whole movie is finished. I particularly admire the originality of the musical score by Donovan that does not only appeal to the ear but constantly courts the soul to admire and imitate the life, devotion and passion of Francis and Claire. Graham Faulkner as Francis and Judi Bowker as Claire have made these two Christian and historial icons real to the human eye in their profound acting skills and faithfulness in their portrayal. It is a must see film for both the young and old ... sinner and saint to be. Two-thumbs up!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Suspend Disbelief

60s feel musical biopic of Francis of Assissi. If you are a child of the 60s with a slight leaning towards christian humanism and Donovan you will love it. Read more

Published 2 months ago by Mr. David Drew

1.0 out of 5 stars Brother,sun,sister moon DVD I thought this DVD was rubbish
I got The Story of Bernette which is a great DVD I thought The brother Sun ,Sister Moon would be on the same lines I found it Boring and Mad. Read more

Published 2 months ago by Jaok

3.0 out of 5 stars The story of Francis of Assisi retold for the 20th century
I was living in Perugia, just 20 minutes from Assisi, when I saw this film for the first time. I knew nothing about it, and as it was a boring weekend, I went to see it on Friday... Read more

Published on 5 April 2007 by M. Allen

5.0 out of 5 stars Brother Sun Sister Moon
I loved this film for its humble simplicity. The music by Donovan matched it perfectly. It was deeply moving and a gentle reminder of the waste of material rubbish we surround... Read more

Published on 24 Aug 2006 by Mrs. K. M. Sedgley

5.0 out of 5 stars Hauntingly beautiful!
This is a wonderful movie!! I saw it twice in the theatre when it was first released, bought the VHS version, and am now pleased to have the DVD. Read more

Published on 18 April 2005 by M. Shearer

5.0 out of 5 stars What an amazing movie
It is an incredibly inspirational and encouraging movie. I haven't yet seen a film that has taught me so much about myself and my faith as this one. Take a look, I reccommend.

Published on 15 Feb 2005 by hylb

5.0 out of 5 stars The best movie of all times
I find this to be one of the best movies of all times. Can you imagine what these poor group of men have accomplished through the centuries? Read more

Published on 29 Jan 2005 by Pinky Quintana

5.0 out of 5 stars Best film ever
I never understand the bad reviews that one reads for this film. It is a stunningly beautiful evocation of Francis life. Do you find it a modern reading of Francis? Read more

Published on 29 Jul 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars A memorable score from Donovan...a poetic account
Brother Sun, Sister Moon is a memorable and poetic account of the Saint's (Francis) life. Donovan's score is beautiful, evoking the mystery and humanity of Francis' very earthy... Read more

Published on 20 Nov 2001 by pfdoran@hotmail.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Moving
I firts saw this film as a child (I must have been six or seven). I loved it, and as for the music, I cannot listen to it without being moved to tears. Read more

Published on 6 Dec 2000

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