Review of Ben-Hur (1959) by Edgar C — 31 Dec 2012
To refer to Ben-Hur as a sample of perfection in filmmaking is an exaggeration, but not so big. Wyler's fantastic vision and scale is certainly not the very first adaptation of the story, yet it holds a seminal place among the greatest Hollywood epics. There is no equivalent picture to this film in the 50s; the influence Ben-Hur planted as a seed in the prolific year of 1959 would grow and flourish during the 60s. Even now, technically, the chariot race is also mind-blowing.
98/100.
This review of Ben-Hur (1959) was written by Edgar C on 31 Dec 2012.
Ben-Hur has generally received very positive reviews.
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