Review of Becket (1964) by Harpreet S — 19 Dec 2013
There is a certain undeniable homoerotic charge in the portrait of manly emotions exhibited in Becket that kind of fulfils a certain fixation in period pieces that were being made at the time. Despite the epic grandeur of the film, from its sets to its extras, this film feels more like a deep and honest personal drama - if a little overtly melodramatic and a tad bit exaggerated.
Becket is also a wonderful showcase for the two great actors Burton and O'Toole who work magnificently together and whose performances are very powerful and full of noble and genuine sentiments.
This review of Becket (1964) was written by Harpreet S on 19 Dec 2013.
Becket has generally received very positive reviews.
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