Review of Ben-Hur (2016) by Roger G — 01 Sep 2016
I came into this movie very skeptical. As a kid, I'd watched the old Ben Hur with Charlton Heston with my parents. While I truly don't think you can compare the two (a 4 hour drama/epic to a 2 hour action movie are completely different experiences), I thought this one captured the most poignant moments well and with authentic acting.
With respect to the CGI, there's no way to replicate the old action today. After all, a guy actually died in the chariot scene, and workplace safety standards are much different today. CGI is a necessary evil.
Very good IMO for what it is.
This review of Ben-Hur (2016) was written by Roger G on 01 Sep 2016.
Ben-Hur has generally received mixed reviews.
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