A former outlaw turned family man is visited by a friend who is looking for help. Two cowboys who brutalised a prostitute and walked free have a bounty on their heads...
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editing, Clint Eastwood's 1992 masterpiece stands as one of the greatest and most thematically compelling Westerns ever made. "The movie summarised everything I ...
editing, Clint Eastwood's 1992 masterpiece stands as one of the greatest and most thematically compelling Westerns ever made. "The movie summarised everything I ...
Advantages: Gripping Disadvantages: As depressing as hell
Unforgiven is a great film, which Eastwood intentionally left until he was old enough to play the part. However, in my opinion the extra footage and stuff they stick on to these special editions rarely add anything extra to your enjoyment. If you already have "Unforgiven" on DVD I wouldnt buy the special edition. But, if you just want to watch the film and havent got it yet, then go for it!
Unlike Eastwood's early westerns: Fistfull of dollars etc, ... ...about all the characters so you get quite upset when they start dropping like flies. There arent exactly goodies and baddies either, as in Eastwood's other westerns. If you like westerns, then no, this probably isnt for you. If you're a fan of Eastwood himself then this is definitely a must watch. He's directing it too, so check out the shots, some of them are really spectacular.
Conclusion: Excellent. Buy it now. I said now! ...
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15.11.2005
Best western ever Review ofUnforgiven (Special Edition)by
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Advantages: The best western ever Disadvantages: Alittle slow in places
Without doubt I can say this is the best western I have ever seen, Not only does it paint what I would think is a accurate portrail of life in the west but it is also done in beautiful and sometimes thought provoking way. Clint eastwood not only stars but directs and what a job he does in both roles. He paints a picture of a aging gunslinger who needs money to bring up his two kids. Wondering if he has what it takes at his age and without the help ...
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Advantages: Memorable FIlm Disadvantages: None whatsoever
...conclusion the closing sequence in Unforgiven uses every possible outlet to communicate to the audience the true characterization of William Munney, this scene acts as a pay off to the way Munney has been built up throughout the film. It turns out possibly to the audiences surprise that he is actually capable of the rumors that follow him. So through significant elements it is successfully communicated to the audience that William Munney is in fact ...
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Actor(s): Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman, Condemned, Richard Harris, Frances Fisher, Jaimz Woolvett
Director(s): Clint Eastwood
Genre: Westerns
Classification: 15 years and over
Production Year: 1992
Running Time: 2 hours 6 minutes
Video Category: Feature Film
Country Of Origin: United States of America
Release details
DVD Region: Region 2 (Europe)
Studio(s): WARNER HOME VIDEO; CINRAM LOGISTICS
Release date: 27/01/2003
No of Discs: 1
Catalogue No: D 023457
Editor: Joel Cox
Barcode: 7321900234573
Production Designer: Henry Bumstead
Screenwriter: David Peoples
Composer: Lennie Niehaus, Clint Eastwood
Director of Photography: Jack N. Green
Producer: Clint Eastwood
Art Director: Henry Bumstead
Languages
Main Language: English
DVD Description
A former outlaw turned family man is visited by a friend who is looking for help. Two cowboys who brutalised a prostitute and walked free have a bounty on their heads...
Technical information
Special Features: Audio Commentary - 1. Richard Schickel - Time Film Critic and Eastwood Biographer, Trailer - 1. Original Theatrical, Documentary - EASTWOOD & COMPANY MAKING UNFORGIVEN, Featurette - 1. ALL ON ACCOUNTA PULLIN' A TRIGGER, 2. EASTWOOD ON EASTWOOD by Richard Schickel (67 mins), 3. MAVERICK TV Series Episode - Duel at Sundown - Eastwood as a virtual yo, Interviews - Clint Eastwood
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1
Dubbing Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 English Original Theatrical Film
Award information
OSCAR: Best Actor In A Supporting Role 1993 (Gene Hackman)
OSCAR: Best Director 1993 (Clint Eastwood)
Professional reviews
Review: "...Time has been good to Clint Eastwood....The cast is splendid..." (New York Times, p.C1, 07/08/1992)
"...The film is full of sly or amusing touches....Deftly placed emotional moments..." -- 3 1/2 out of 4 stars (USA Today, p.1D, 07/08/1992)
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