Khartoum |  | Directors: Eliot Elisofon, Basil Dearden
Actors: Charlton Heston, Laurence Olivier, Richard Johnson, Ralph Richardson, Alexander Knox
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Category: DVD
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Rating:  57 reviews
Sales Rank: 13053
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 136 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: D1003431D
ISBN: 0792852559
UPC: 027616875808
EAN: 9780792852551
ASIN: B000062XF0
Theatrical Release Date: June 15, 1966
Release Date: May 7, 2002
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Set in the expanse of the Sudan desert in the midst of holy war, Khartoum (1966) plays like an attempt to work the Lawrence of Arabia magic on the (mostly) true story of eccentric British general Charles "Chinese" Gordon in 1884 North Africa. The magnificent opening desert battle suggests David Lean's epic sweep, at least until the film settles into a more modest story of political games, military standoffs, and a battle of wits and wiles between two fierce leaders. Charlton Heston plays the wily Christian soldier as cocky, unconventional maverick, and Laurence Olivier (behind heavy make-up and a thick black beard) is almost as good as his cagey nemesis the Mahdi, the Islamic holy warrior on a mission of annihilation. More talk than spectacle, the film falls short of Lawrence but is nonetheless a compelling story of colonial politics, cynical maneuvering, and the unconventional heroics of another colorful British maverick abroad. --Sean Axmaker
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Academy AwardÂ(r) winners* Charlton Heston and Laurence Olivier face off in this epic, stirring drama of two men and two empires. Filmed in glorious CineramaÂ(r), with stunning desertbattles staged by the creator of the Ben-Hur chariot race, Khartoum is a "magnificently staged action spectacle [with] outstanding portrayals" (Boxoffice) and breathtaking cinematography. In 1883, British Prime Minister Gladstone (Ralph Richardson) dispatches General Charles Gordon (Heston) to Khartoum, Sudan, where thousands of civilians are threatened by a Muslim fanatic, the Mahdi (Olivier), and his army of followers. Gordon gains the Mahdi's respect but can't prevent the Mahdi's men from laying siege to the city. Now, as history hangs in the balance, Gordon faces the fight of his life defending the ancient city of Khartoum. *Heston: Actor, Ben-Hur (1959). Olivier: Actor, Hamlet (1948); Lifetime Achievement (1978); Outstanding Achievement as Actor, Producer and Director on Henry V (1946)
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 Khartoum February 2, 2010
Daniel W. Block
The visual effects are superb of the Nile River,Sudan & the Sudan Desert. At times you feel,that you are right there,among the actor's! The acting of Charlton Heston,Laurence Olivier & Ralph Richardson are un-equaled,along with their supporting cast,as well.
It makes you better understand the mentality & thinking of the Muslim's,which in many ways is accurate in our present day lives.
Worth the viewing and owning. Highly recommend. One of the best action-packed movies I've ever seen!!!
David Lucero's review of KHARTOUM January 24, 2010
David Lucero (California, USA)
In the tradition of Lawrence of Arabia, The Man Who Would Be King, The Wind and the Lion, this movie holds its own in KHARTOUM. As a boy I was always fascinated by the adventures of the British kingdom and its long influence throughout the world. This movie made me do research on one of the main characters, General 'Chinese' Gordon, a hero in the British military for having fought and brought a halt to illegal opium trade in the Far East.
The passion Charlton Heston displays in his role as General Gordon is classic Heston performance. And the great actor, Laurence Olivier, in the role of the Mahdi is another fine example of his versatility (he truly looked and played the part of a Muslim leader with no hint of his British ancestry). The battle scenes were large scale, but drowned out by the romantic atmosphere of spirit displayed by the characters, something that is difficult to find in movies today. KHARTOUM is a movie that will continue to be seen as one of the greatest films of all time.
David Lucero, author of THE SANDMAN
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Classic October 22, 2009
Thierry Boyez
It is a classic giving you an historical view of a English colonialisme in Sudan that we do not know not well. The story line is good. Charles Heston is as good as usual. I like it but I do not recommend it to everyone. It is rather for a connaiseur audience.
good & fast August 31, 2009
T. Trueman (Grosse Pointe MI)
The price on this used DVD was great and it's rare, shipping was reasonable. The quality of the DVD was as advertised, and I'm ready to do business with them again. Thank You
Khartoum June 22, 2009
A. Robert Thorup (Salt Lake city, UT)
A great epic from the Cinerama days. A cast of thousands meant a cast of thousands, not just computer-generated masses. Laurence Olivier was marvelous and malevelent.
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