I was wary... VERY WARY... due to the fact of DiCaprio's role(s).... Anything was better than the book however.... The musketeers were incredibly well-cast, Irons making up for my original hostility for Aramis and Malkovich, Depardieu, and Byrne giving me greater reason to respect these four men of chivalry and honour. Lee D. on the other hand.... well, what can I say? He downplayed both characters, with Philippe is was immensely effective, with LouisXIV a travesty of performing. The mask was perhaps the most attractive bit of metal put together in any movie version. Besides the initial appearance, it looked the most "functional." After I swallowed my Pride and Prejudice I rented it, watched it, thought about it, then bought it. Can I say more? Accurate costuming, GREAT SCRIPT!!! A great movie for a "video-rental night."
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The Man in the Iron Mask
(1977 TV Movie)
(Plot Description/Spoiler) LouisXIV was PERFECT! Philippe was lacking....
27 December 2000
Warning: Spoilers
Chamberlain's LouisXIV was utterly amazing, perfect in every aspect! Chamberlain's Philippe on the other hand could not have been more opposite to the Dumas's literary figure. Philippe seemed spoiled, self-centred, and egotistical. The Iron Mask itself stayed on the "unfortunate Prince" for what seemed like the insignificant period of two weeks -if that- and D'Artagnan (Jordan) wore the mask for more scenes than Philippe. Another fact that irked me was the fact that the movie played upon romantic interest between Philippe and Louise de La Valliere which if any reader knows the true history of LouisXIV knows La Valliere is the FIRST mistress. (spoiler part) When Philippe permanently takes the throne, he and La Valliere are happily united... but wait... it ends that way yet later in life Louis takes Marquis Athenais Montespan then Mme. Maintenon... where's that "undying love?" The plot for Philippe to take the throne is sufficeintly elaborate and LouisXIV in this version was PERFECT; I cannot reiterate it enough!
The Man Without a Face
(1993)
A TRULY TOUCHING FILM!
31 July 2000
Although I thoroughly enjoyed the book, I personally received more satisfaction from watching the film. The movie seemed to isolate and heighten the intensity of the emotions, whereas in the book the narrator digresses from a topic and therefore deprives the scene of its importance. It is definitely a poignant film and a MUST SEE!
The Frog Prince
(I) (1986)
The cutest movie I have ever seen and my personal FAVOURITE!
30 June 2000
It's an adorable film about keeping promises, trust, and not judging appearance alone. It is in all probability the most unique version of the beloved fairytale ever made! It is a movie perfect for an individual and/or a whole family! Unfortunately it is out of print. Don't ever pass up the chance to see it!!!!!!
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