DVD "The Light at the Edge of the World
Added 2/3/2009
This product was delivered as promised and in excellent condition. The DVD is a gift so I haven't viewed it. The vendor shipped it quickly and in the condition described. I would buy from this vendor again.
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A Haunting and Memorable Film You Won't Forget - Even at the Edge of the World
Added 8/28/2007
The "Light at the Edge of the World" is a haunting film which plums the darker and heroic sides of human nature. Set on a desolate island, which has a lighthouse, the lonely serenity of those who work there is shattered when a pirate ship arrives.
The movie presents evil personified in the character of the pirate captain, marvelously performed by Yul Brynner. "Little chattering man " - a line delivered by Brynner - sends chills each time I watch the movie. What a remarkable moment of acting.
Counter posing the pirates is Kirk Douglas, the assistant lighthouse keeper, who struggles with staying alive while dealing with the haunted past which has brought him to this lonely confrontation, literally at the edge of the world.
The movie works on many emotional and ethical levels: evil, honor, friendship, love, betrayal, and isolation are all played out beneath the beams of the lighthouse, which casts its weak light into the symbolic darkness that permeates this well-crafted film.
If you want a movie that will challenge you to think and force you to feel, this hauntingly beautiful, and yet terrifying film, is a must. I think it a remarkable film and recommend it for adults. You won't forget it, and you will watch it again. Oh, the musical score is marvelous and sets the many moods of the film perfectly.
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Good Action!
Added 2/21/2007
I rate this dvd with four stars basically because it has no subtitles,no theatrical trailer, no bonus. But apart from that, the movie itself is full of action, adventure and the scenery is beautiful.
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I had childhood nightmares for years afterwards....
Added 5/17/2005
I somehow got dropped off at the theatre in 1971 as a 9 year old boy and saw this film, which gave me really vivid nightmares for years afterwards. Somday I'll see it again as a 40-something for therapy. That fat bald giant trying to kill that cute little monkey was too much. Parents beware!
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A high seas adventure that needs more attention.UNDERRATED!!
Added 8/15/2004
I loved this movie as a kid.And still like it today.Although i do agree with a previous reviewer that it might not be suitable for kids.But i think a lot of adults who like an adventure with a great setting and excellent acting by the likes of Yul Brynner, Kirk Douglas,and Samantha Eggar will love this DVD.Its A little pricy but it does contain a fairly decent transfer to DVD with no apparent age defects,blemishes etc.And has quite a clear crisp picture on DVD.However there are no sepcial features.But highly entertaining and colourful nonetheless.With great performances.A worthwhile view, and for fans of Yul and Kirk.A gem for your DVD collection. Cheers!
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DVD "The Light at the Edge of the World
Added 2/3/2009
This product was delivered as promised and in excellent condition. The DVD is a gift so I haven't viewed it. The vendor shipped it quickly and in the condition described. I would buy from this vendor again.
0 out of 1 people found this helpful.
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A Haunting and Memorable Film You Won't Forget - Even at the Edge of the World
Added 8/28/2007
The "Light at the Edge of the World" is a haunting film which plums the darker and heroic sides of human nature. Set on a desolate island, which has a lighthouse, the lonely serenity of those who work there is shattered when a pirate ship arrives.
The movie presents evil personified in the character of the pirate captain, marvelously performed by Yul Brynner. "Little chattering man " - a line delivered by Brynner - sends chills each time I watch the movie. What a remarkable moment of acting.
Counter posing the pirates is Kirk Douglas, the assistant lighthouse keeper, who struggles with staying alive while dealing with the haunted past which has brought him to this lonely confrontation, literally at the edge of the world.
The movie works on many emotional and ethical levels: evil, honor, friendship, love, betrayal, and isolation are all played out beneath the beams of the lighthouse, which casts its weak light into the symbolic darkness that permeates this well-crafted film.
If you want a movie that will challenge you to think and force you to feel, this hauntingly beautiful, and yet terrifying film, is a must. I think it a remarkable film and recommend it for adults. You won't forget it, and you will watch it again. Oh, the musical score is marvelous and sets the many moods of the film perfectly.
3 out of 3 people found this helpful.
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Good Action!
Added 2/21/2007
I rate this dvd with four stars basically because it has no subtitles,no theatrical trailer, no bonus. But apart from that, the movie itself is full of action, adventure and the scenery is beautiful.
1 out of 2 people found this helpful.
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