Review of David and Bathsheba (1951) by Mary — 29 May 2008

One of the most boring biblical stories I have ever seen put to screen - for the want of a few battle scenes this could possibly have been a lesser epic.

This review of David and Bathsheba (1951) was written by Mary on 29 May 2008.

David and Bathsheba has generally received mixed reviews.

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A biblical story is hard to be interesting if you stay earnest with the content. Indeed apart from David's redemption, the story never draws me in…

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By Byron M (53) on 05 Oct 2012

Gregory Peck and Susan Hayward set the screen afire whenever they are together in this epic true story of love, adultery, loss and redemption…

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I love a biblical epic :-) Full on technicolour albeit a bit short on plot. Love it for having G Peck…

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