- Actors: Gregory Peck, Susan Hayward, Raymond Massey, Kieron Moore, James Robertson Justice
- Directors: Henry King
- Writers: Philip Dunne
- Producers: Darryl F. Zanuck
- Format: NTSC
- Number of tapes: 1
- Studio: Fox Video
- VHS Release Date: Feb 17 2003
- Run Time: 116 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- ASIN: 6301412702
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #11,725 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
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A sprawling. Action-packed epic that sweeps off the pages of the Bible and across the screen recreating one of the most torrid tales of passion ever told, Gregory Peck delivers a commanding performance as David, King of the Israelites, who falls in love with Bathsheba (Susan Hayward), a beautiful woman- and wife of one of his captains. It's a story of sin and redemption, a searing saga of love as burning as the sands of the harsh landscape on which it was consummated. A love that violated the laws of man- and God. David, once the Chosen One, now risks God's wrath, his kingdom, and the life of Bathsheba, who may be stoned to death for his sin!
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4.0 out of 5 stars
from the golden age of Technicolor,
By Alejandra Vernon "artist & illustrator" (Long Beach, California) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)
This review is from: David and Bathsheba (VHS Tape)
Though this film has only a few scraps to offer in the way of scriptural accuracy, it is a visual delight, and one of the very best examples of the lush Technicolor of the mid 20th century, with its deep cobalt blues and incredibly rich reds. The cinematography by Leon Shamroy, along with the massive sets and luxurious costumes (all three were Oscar nominated but lost out to "An American in Paris") make this a fabulous "sword and sandals" epic; it also boasts a dramatic score by Alfred Newman, and one of my favorite dance sequences on film, by the brilliant Jack Cole. One had to be very strong and athletic to do his choreography, and the dancer in this number is the great Gwen Verdon.Gregory Peck is handsome beyond words as King David, and it's always a pleasure to listen to his resonant voice; his recitation of the 23rd psalm, and his prayer at the Ark of the Covenant, are memorable scenes. In this film David is a pale reflection of the Bible character, this story being more about a big Hollywood romance, and the trouble it gets him in along with his partner in sin Bathsheba, played by the stunning Susan Hayward, who maintains her tiny waistline even though she is supposed to be "with child".
3.0 out of 5 stars
SIN AND REDEMPTION...,
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This review is from: David and Bathsheba (VHS Tape)
This is the story of the love between David (Gregory Peck), King of Israel, and Bathsheba (Susan Hayward). It is a love that is doomed from the start, because she is the wife of one of David's army captains, Uriah (Kieron Moore).David, uncharacteristically, wants Bathsheba at any cost. His is a passion that will not be denied. When she capitulates, it is to have great ramifications for all the parties involved. When their transgression and the lengths to which David went to secure Bathsheba for himself become known, it is Bathseheba who may pay the ultimate price in order to expiate their sin. Gregory Peck seems ill at ease in this role and a bit stiff, though he revives at the end in order to quell God's wrath. Susan Hayward is beautiful, but she and Peck seem to lack chemistry. Jayne Meadows plays David's first wife, and she is very effective in the role of the woman scorned. Raymond Massey is excellent in the role of the prophet, Nathan, who calls David to judgment for his sin. It is Kieron Moore, however, who plays the role of the David's faithful captain, Bathsheba's cuckolded first husband, who steals the show. This 1951 film, which received three Academy Award nominations, is a biblical epic that, despite some of its shortcomings, still manages to entertain the viewer.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Regal!,
By A Customer
This review is from: David and Bathsheba (VHS Tape)
I do not understand (nor comprehend) why so many people think that this movie, i.e., David and Bathsheba VHS ~ Gregory Peck does not deserve more then two or three stars at best. In my opinion Mr. Peck plays with a sense of dedication, fortitude and resolve that (is rarely seen) and is only displayed by the true actors of our time, e.g., Kirk Douglas, Humphrey Bogart, Charlton Heston, Clint Eastwood et al. The story line is very well developed with a story that has intricate stops and turns; and one cannot predict or foresee how this movie will end. The most powerful scene in the movie is at the end when Gregory Pecks character is near the Arc of The Covenant and this is a very intense scene when one anticipates the wrath of God for David's sins. As for the costumes and the music; well, the former is better then the latter and the costumes can be said to have been done with a meticulous, careful and precise hand in order for the movie to be as authentic, real and genuine as possible. All in all, I would have to say that I think and consider this movie to be one of those great movies and that it will be viewed by many generations to come.
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