Review of Lawrence of Arabia (1962) by Kevway — 16 Feb 2013
While I am not surprised that a few movie buffs demur over the length and depth of Lawrence of Arabia, for example, those who find Enter the Dragon or Rambo the epitome of high art. Those of us who adore it are not part of some mindless herd on stampede, there's been plenty of time for our opinions to change.
I saw the movie 50 years ago, and I was enthralled by intermission. It has never been anything less than my favorite film for half a century. The American Film Institute has well respected movie ratings.
No other film can approach this: AFI Best All-Time performance by an actor (Peter O'Toole). Best all-time cinematography, ever. Fifth greatest film all-time. Best Epic, All-Time. Third greatest All-time Music Score.
Yes, the second half has a few slow parts; all the better to absorb this peerless work of art.
This review of Lawrence of Arabia (1962) was written by Kevway on 16 Feb 2013.
Lawrence of Arabia has generally received very positive reviews.
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