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The Lion in Winter | Year: 1968 Classification: Drama Directed: - Anthony Harvey (II) Actors/Actresses: - Katharine Hepburn - Peter O'Toole - Anthony Hopkins A classic historical drama of the ages I am a History Major specializing in the Medieval Period of Europe (500-1450AD)and was recommended this classic film to see by a History Professor. WOW! I was supremely impressed by not only the outstanding acting by the immortal Katherine Hepburn and Peter O'toole but also the accuracy of the drama portrayed. The political infighting between Eleanor of Aquitaine and King Henry II of England is brilliantly presented as well as the supporting cast of Richard The Lionheart (Sir Anthony Hopkins) and King Phillipe of France (Timothy Dalton). The range of emotion is shown from humor, which is biting, to dispair shown superbly by both O'Toole and Hepburn. From the first scene to the last, this movie will keep the viewer rivoted. I can't recommend this film highly enough. The musical score by John Barry is fantastic as well. The Lion In Winter is well worth 5 stars and more. great film, bare bones dvd edition This is such a great film, with a fantastic cast, fine script and spectacular premise. Peter O'Toole and Katherine Hepburn put the "fun" in "dysfunctional family" as they flex their chops, and Anthony Hopkins and Timothy Dalton debut in James Goldman's adaptation of his play. For the Christmas holidays Henry II has released his wife, Eleanor of Aquitane, from the prison in which he has held her for 10 years, since she led an uprising against him. The heir, Prince Henry, is dead, and the three remaining sons are vying for the title of heir apparent as their parents negotiate, manipulate and deceive each other. A lifetime of memory and bitterness is always ready to burst from them, and sparks fly in the many interactions that transpire between the characters. This movie will help anyone feel better about their own weird family! Special features are a mediocre -- a trailer and audio commentary by director Anthony Harvey. Subtitles are available in French or Spanish. (I wish English captions had been included as well.) This is an incredible film that deserves a better dvd edition, but I can't bring myself to give it anything but 5 stars anyway. Terrific. Save Your Marriage--See This Movie I think it is perfectly appropriate to personalize great works of art such as this film. By this I mean that this film has practical implications and application. Do not judge this film simply on its artistic merits, but use it as a mirror on your own life, and indeed on society's. By that standard, this film is not just a cautionary tale, a fascinating character study, an exciting slice of life, or an exhilarating arc of performance, but a thing with actual usefulness. Who cannot relate to the pathologies on display here? Who could deny that most families have their own version of the "dramas" discussed in this timeless film? Who hasn't had a Christmas at one point or another where "drama" overtook the phony and forced familial facade? The next time you get into a fight with a loved one, take the time to see how bad it can get and watch and discuss this movie. It is a rare thing when art rises to such stature, and this film is a tour de force of the dramatic arts. Buy The Lion In Winter at Amazon.com Buy posters at Allposters.com Jamster - the latest ringtones for your phone!  Search with Walhello on the Internet on The Lion In Winter Search with the Priority Search Engine on The Lion In Winter This page in other languages: Suomeksi | Nederlands | Deutsch
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