First Knight |  | Actors: Sean Connery, Richard Gere, Julia Ormond, Ben Cross, Liam Cunningham
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
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Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Full Screen, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), Spanish (Subtitled), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 133 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.2 x 0.6
MPN: COLD71179D
ISBN: 0800141601
UPC: 043396711792
EAN: 9780800141608
ASIN: 0800141601
Theatrical Release Date: July 7, 1995
Release Date: October 7, 1997
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Together Sean Connery Richard Gere Julia Ormond and Jerry Zucker the director of Ghost bring you a new vision of King Arthurs Camelot. A vision of breathtaking battles of heart-pounding courage of the undeniable love that brought an entire kingdom to its knees...and of the undying passion that made it live forever.System Requirements:Starring: Sean Connery Richard Gere and Julia Ormond Director: Jerry Zucker Copyright: 1995 Columbia Produced by Jerry Zucker Hunt Lowry; written by Lorne Cameron David Hoselton DVD released on 10/07/1997; running time of 133 minutes; Closed Captioned. Interactive Menus feature choices of: English 2 Channel or 5.1 (Dolby Digital) Languages: English Spanish & French Subtitles: Spanish & Korean Chapter Selections Widescreen and Standard Presentations Standard version is formatted from its original version to fit your screen. Widescreen version is presented in a "letterbox" widescreen format preserving the 1.85:1 aspect ratio of its original theatrical exhibition enhanced for 16:9 widescreen TVs.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA Rating: PG-13 UPC: 043396711792
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1995 had already seen the box-office success of sword-wielding heroes in Rob Roy and Braveheart when along came this glossy revision of the Arthurian legend, in which Lady Guinevere (Julia Ormond) is torn between her love for the noble King Arthur (Sean Connery) and the passionate knight Sir Lancelot (Richard Gere). As the story opens, Guinevere's lands are under attack by the evil knight Malagant (Ben Cross), and she must choose between marriage to Arthur and the security of Camelot, or encouraging the affections of Lancelot, who has heroically rescued her from a potentially lethal attack. Anyone looking for meticulous medieval authenticity won't find it here, but director Jerry Zucker (Ghost) keeps the action moving with exuberant spirit and glorious production values. Even if you don't completely believe Richard Gere as a somewhat too-contemporary Lancelot, the performances of Ormond and especially Connery are effortlessly appealing. --Jeff Shannon
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 Action/Romantic Rendition of the King Arthur story March 7, 2010
Tabitha Madill (Mililani, HI)
I have loved this movie for years. It tells the romantic side of Gweneviere and Lancelot without being too mushy, has some action for the guys (2 big battle scenes plus a village raid, 2 rescues, a duel, and a gauntlet run), and a stellar cast of Sean Connery, Richard Gere and Julia Ormond.
 Decent Arthurian interpretation January 30, 2010
Jason (Backwater, Alabama)
Skipping much of Arthurian background story - and completely disregarding other aspects - "First Arthur" begins where the most famous of Lancelot's legendary adventures begin. With her lands attacked by ex-knight Malagant (Ben Cross), Lady Guinevere (Julia Ormond), as a stereotypical ingénue, is soon to wed King Arthur (Sean Connery) for protection. A country divided, Malagant's forces seek to overtake Arthur's, and upon Guinevere's arrival to Camelot they make their first strike. In rides Lancelot (Richard Gere) to save the day.
Considering past Arthurian lore, I'd say a lot of this film is accurate. The scenery is impressive, and the battles are worthy if unspectacular. Except for the final sword battle between Lancelot and Malagant, which is ridiculous. Not only does the number of swords in battle magically change, but Gere ends up holding a handle without the sword at the end. Two of the more obvious movie slip-ups I've ever seen.
The emotional aspect of this film is true to form. The Lancelot-Guinevere-Arthur love triangle is very well done, as Ormond manages to express an admirable love for King Arthur and a lustful desire for Lancelot. The struggle between the opposing forces of good and evil is captivating, despite its predictability.
The problem with this film, however, is the casting and the costumes. While Ormond and Connery are nearly perfect, and Cross is a completely malignant evil, Richard Gere just doesn't seem to be right as Lancelot. He possesses neither the polished veneer of a highly skilled knight, nor the ruffian edge of a battle-hardened warrior. He's simply not believable. The costumes, on the other hand, are just as bad. The peasants' attire is appropriate, but the battle armor of the various knights, both good and evil, is anachronistic at best. Rather than the classic silver armor of good versus the dark grays of enemy armor, First Knight gives us a costume designer's interpretation, where the knights would look just as comfortable seated at a round table as they would a Michael Jackson themed disco club from the early 80s.
The movie is a decent medieval romantic thriller, but it's not exemplary. Told without The Holy Grail, Merlin, or Excalibur, it's a small piece of the pie that is just a bit off. Except for the medieval obstacle course, I thought that part was a great addition.
First Knight January 19, 2010
Arnita D. Brown (USA)
A rebel knight from King Arthur's round table seeks to expand his empire by force, and terrorises the subjects of Guinevere, who has received an offer of marriage from Arthur. On the way to visit Arthur she has a chance meeing with the free-spirited and bohemian Lancelot, to whom she finds herself attracted. This movie is an adaptation of the myth of Arthur, and is interesting. The performances by Connery, Ormond and Gere are very good. First Knight is a great movie, and one you should not miss. It's a simple story that doesn't require a lot of analysis or understanding of the story and mythology to enjoy.
A Real Camelot? June 10, 2009
F. Ellsworth (SLC, UT USA)
Curious attempt to tell the story of Camelot without the mysticism of Morte D'Arthur. The movie is stripped of the story's historic magic and told as a non-supernatural event. All-in-all it was nicely done.
The fault I find with this piece rests entirely on Richard Gere. I simply cannot buy him as a heroic character and certainly not as the charismatic Lancelot.
On the other hand... long live Lord Connery!
First Knight (Special Edition) May 5, 2009
A. Rautio (Palm Bay, Florida USA)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I recieved my new product in a timely manner and was very satisfied with my purchase. The only thing I didn't like was not being able to track my purchase but other than that I was very satisfied with my purchase.
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