The Light at the Edge of the World
by Kevin Billington
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Actor: Fernando Rey, Jean-Claude Drouot, Kirk Douglas, Samantha Eggar, Yul BrynnerDirector: Kevin Billington
Edition: VHS Tape
Format: Color, EP, NTSC
Running Time: 120 minutes
Release Date: 2001-08-22
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Publisher: United American Video
Studio: United American Video
VHS Movie Reviews of The Light at the Edge of the World
Movie Review: A Haunting and Memorable Film You Won't Forget - Even at the Edge of the World
Summary: 5 Stars
The "Light at the Edge of the World" is a haunting film which plums the darker and heroic sides of human nature. Set on a desolate island which has a lighthouse, the lonely serenity of those who work there is shattered when a pirate ship arrives. The movie presents evil personified in the character of the pirate captain marvelously performed by Yul Brynner. "Little chattering man " - a line delivered by Brynner - sends chills each time I watch the movie. What a remarkable moment of acting. Counter posing the pirates is Kirk Douglas, the assistant lighthouse keeper, who struggles with staying alive while dealing with a haunted past which has brought him to this lonely confrontation, literally at the edge of the world. This is a marvelous movie, which works at so many emotional and ethical levels - evil, honor, friendship, love, betrayal, isolation, and the struggle between two men which fate has put together are all played out beneath the beams of the lighthouse casting its weak light into the symbolic darkness which permeates this original and deftly directed film. If you want a movie that will challenge you to think and force you to feel, this hauntingly beautiful, and yet terrifying film, is a must. I think it a remarkable film and recommend it for adults. You won't forget it, and you will watch it again. Oh, the musical score is marvelous and sets the many moods of the film perfectly.
Movie Review: Good Action!
Summary: 4 Stars
I rate this dvd with four stars basically because it has no subtitles,no theatrical trailer, no bonus. But apart from that, the movie itself is full of action, adventure and the scenery is beautiful.Movie Review: I had childhood nightmares for years afterwards....
Summary: 3 Stars
I somehow got dropped off at the theatre in 1971 as a 9 year old boy and saw this film, which gave me really vivid nightmares for years afterwards. Somday I'll see it again as a 40-something for therapy. That fat bald giant trying to kill that cute little monkey was too much. Parents beware!Movie Review: A high seas adventure that needs more attention.UNDERRATED!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this movie as a kid.And still like it today.Although i do agree with a previous reviewer that it might not be suitable for kids.But i think a lot of adults who like an adventure with a great setting and excellent acting by the likes of Yul Brynner, Kirk Douglas,and Samantha Eggar will love this DVD.Its A little pricy but it does contain a fairly decent transfer to DVD with no apparent age defects,blemishes etc.And has quite a clear crisp picture on DVD.However there are no sepcial features.But highly entertaining and colourful nonetheless.With great performances.A worthwhile view, and for fans of Yul and Kirk.A gem for your DVD collection. Cheers!Movie Review: Not for the kids!
Summary: 2 Stars
The movie stars Kirk Douglas and is based on a book by Jules Verne, but parents expecting another 20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA will be in for a surprise. It is very violent and includes things like torture and a gang-rape that are totally inappropriate for kids. Adults will find a well-acted but slow moving adventure story. The scenery is beautiful but the movie has a low budget look and feel. And the DVD has no bonus features, not even the theatrical trailer. Pricey for a DVD with no bells and whistles.
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