DVD Review: Ivanhoe (1982): James Mason, Anthony Andrews, Sam Neill, Michael Hordern, Olivia Hussey, Lysette Anthony, Julian Glover, George Innes, Ronald Pickup, John Rhys-Davies, David Robb, Stuart Wilson, John Coquillon, Douglas Camfield, Bill Blunden, Norman Rosemont, William Hill, John Gay, Sir Walter Scott: Movies & TV

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DVD Review: Ivanhoe (1982): James Mason, Anthony Andrews, Sam Neill, Michael Hordern, Olivia Hussey, Lysette Anthony, Julian Glover, George Innes, Ronald Pickup, John Rhys-Davies, David Robb, Stuart Wilson, John Coquillon, Douglas Camfield, Bill Blunden, Norman Rosemont, William Hill, John Gay, Sir Walter Scott: Movies & TV

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This 1982, 180-minute television remake of the original MGM feature, produced 30 years before, is the rare makeover of a classic that works quite well under its own steam. Anthony Andrews plays the disinherited knight who returns from the Third Crusades and is determined to raise the ransom to free a kidnapped King Richard (Julian Glover). With his bid rebuffed by his estranged father (Michael Hordern), and the affection of the latter’s ward, Rowena (Lysette Anthony), compromised, Ivanhoe looks toward the generosity of the beautiful Rebecca (Olivia Hussey)–whose father (James Mason) he rescued from anti-Semitic Normans–for help. But a plot by faithless friends to discredit Ivanhoe, and his subsequent partnership with Robin Hood (David Robb) to save the day, keep this story from slowing down even for a minute. Originally a miniseries, this production has enough breadth to provide lots of breathing room for the script and cast to mine all the drama they can from Sir Walter Scott’s novel. This is also a great-looking movie, with wall-to-wall pageantry, superb costumes–the works. –Tom Keogh

Product Description
Sir Walter Scott’s epic novel of timeless romance and knightly daring comes to life! The year is 1194. At long last, the noble knight Wilfred of Ivanhoe (Anthony Andrews) has returned from the Crusades to regain his title and win the hand of his beloved Lady Rowena (Lysette Anthony). But first, he must defeat a villainous alliance that seeks to steal the throne from its rightful king. Steeds thunder and blades clash as the battle rages! With an all-star cast, featuring Academy Award® nominee James Mason (Best Actor in a Supporting Role, The Verdict, 1982), Olivia Hussey and Sam Neill, this is Ivanhoe as you’ve never seen it.

This needs to be out on DVD ASAP!,

By Rosie Cotton DVD Review: Ivanhoe (1982): James Mason, Anthony Andrews, Sam Neill, Michael Hordern, Olivia Hussey, Lysette Anthony, Julian Glover, George Innes, Ronald Pickup, John Rhys Davies, David Robb, Stuart Wilson, John Coquillon, Douglas Camfield, Bill Blunden, Norman Rosemont, William Hill, John Gay, Sir Walter Scott: Movies & TV 20095720212465677801 (The Shire) -

This review is from: Ivanhoe (1982) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is really a great version — I think it’s hands down the best Ivanhoe! — and tremendous fun, plus it’s wonderful to watch Olivia Hussey. (The newer A&E production is pretty good, but the lead actor is so bland and, at 5 hours, it’s just too long!)

Unfortunately the VHS tape of this 1982 version is as rare as hen’s teeth and it needs to be released on DVD *now*!!

Since "The Scarlet Pimpernel" is (finally) out on DVD next month, I hope it won’t be too long before it’s joined by this fine miniseries. I’ll be first in line to buy it.

An entertaining yet thoughtful version of this classic tale,

By A Customer

This review is from: Ivanhoe (1982) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This made-for-tv movie shines with beautiful scenery and splendid acting. Anthony Andrews stars as the chivalrous Ivanhoe, but he is not even the center of the film much of the time. Two other characters, Sam Neill’s Brian Gilbert and Oliva Hussey’s Rebecca, keep the story going as much as the titled hero.

Some fascinating historical issues are explored here: the Saxon/Norman rivalry, the monarchy vs. the Church, medieval Christian prejudice against Jews, chivalry (there are several wonderfully detailed tournament scenes), and courtly love.

There are also several timeless issues explored, from prejudice (which emerges as a complex cultural issue here) to love. One might think that a television movie might simplify love stories, but there is a lot going on here. Even at the end of the movie, one wonders whether Brian died for love, whether Ivanhoe loves Rebecca or Rowena, and whether Rebecca loves Ivanhoes. There are no simple answers offered, as in real life.

All of this, and it still maintains an exciting and adventurous pace! This is a rich movie, worth watching over and over for the subtle details. Though not always historically accurate (King Richard emerges as a far too heroic monarch) it provides a glimpse of the rich tapestry that was medieval life.

Please give us the dvd!,

By Mrs. K. E. Watkins “kbports” DVD Review: Ivanhoe (1982): James Mason, Anthony Andrews, Sam Neill, Michael Hordern, Olivia Hussey, Lysette Anthony, Julian Glover, George Innes, Ronald Pickup, John Rhys Davies, David Robb, Stuart Wilson, John Coquillon, Douglas Camfield, Bill Blunden, Norman Rosemont, William Hill, John Gay, Sir Walter Scott: Movies & TV 20095720212465677801 (england) -

This review is from: Ivanhoe (1982) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is my favourite version of Ivanhoe, please bring this out on dvd!!
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