Review of Lawrence of Arabia (1962) by Mark K — 16 Jul 2010
Another film I saw when I was young, during a re-release of the film some years after it was made. It made a deep impression on me then, as it does today whenever I have watched it.
The movie could have been made and released today, it's so well crafted. It's even more amazing when you think about how it was made: There's only the basic film-making technology, the director's and cinematographer's eyes creating this story. Masterpiece is the right word, and a worthy study for anyone that makes films. It has action and realism rarely approached in modern films; and deals with the human element of the characters in a very real way.
It's also unusual in that it's really an anti-war film that was made in a era that usually produced flag-waving epics.
Though most people don't really know a thing about the fighting in the Middle East in the First World War, it certainly shows the beginnings of the Middle East nations, and perhaps explains some reasons why the problems with 'Western' nations continue to this day.
I was lucky enough to see this in a large screen theater when the restored and digitized print became available. The theater was packed. (I never saw a movie theater sell standing room tickets, but they did that afternoon) It was an experience to remember.
This review of Lawrence of Arabia (1962) was written by Mark K on 16 Jul 2010.
Lawrence of Arabia has generally received very positive reviews.
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