Lawerence of Arabia (1962)
Words like "epic saga" and "iconic" can, at times, get tossed around easily; there is no denying just how apropos they are for this. A film that I had never taken the time to watch in its entirety and fully appreciated. Often filing them under heartfelt regret for not doing so much earlier in my life. An exception to the rule, I do believe my appreciation of not only the film but the full course of the story of T.E. Lawrence and what transpires affects and draws me in far more now than when I was a far younger man—making for ideal viewing and leaving only my continual wish and desire (especially in the first twenty mins) to witness it all in an old-time movie theater, seeing the gorgeous landscape that traversed the usual dunes and explored the colors, vegetation, and mountains of the desert. These impeccable shots represent why Lawrence fell in love with the desert.
A very deserving win for cinematography and one that truly stands out amongst its peers. This says a lot coming from someone who rates his enjoyment of any given film by how captured I am by camera work. Just. F@ckin. Beautiful.
It is almost redundant to commit to words the overall experience of such a movie, along with the subtle magic of the actors.
I was unaware that this was Peter O'Toole's Introduction! Holy crap! The toll plays out so deeply in every expression.
Alongside such folks as Omar Sharif, Claude Reins, and Anthony Quinn, and a wonderfully serene performance by the master Alec Guinness, just to name a few.
EDIT: after reading @Thief's review, it's important to me to include the equally exceptional portrayal and depth by Jose Ferrer of the Turkish Officer who captures and tortures Lawrence. An actor I so rarely get to see and count my blessings when I do.
A truly exceptional film that I am utterly delighted to finally and fully enjoy viewing.
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What I actually said to win MovieGal's heart:
- I might not be a real King of Kinkiness, but I make good pancakes
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Last edited by edarsenal; 03-11-23 at 01:30 PM.