Review of Ben-Hur (1959) by Stephen E — 12 Mar 2013
The chariot race sequence in "Ben-Hur" is still just as heart-pounding and incredible in today's age as it was back at the time of its release. William Wyler's biblical epic is an astounding achievement; the kind of film that will never be made in Hollywood again.
Technically, it's so intimidating and groundbreaking on every level that it's almost scary, and to think that all of its action sequences were pulled off without the aid of CGI is unbelievable.
(Not that unbelievable, given that it was 1959 and CGI wasn't available yet, but you get my point.) "Ben-Hur" only drags in some places due to a slightly uneven narrative, but that becomes secondary when you realize how masterful of a film it truly is.
This review of Ben-Hur (1959) was written by Stephen E on 12 Mar 2013.
Ben-Hur has generally received very positive reviews.
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