The Gathering Storm |  | Director: Richard Loncraine
Actors: Albert Finney, Vanessa Redgrave, Jim Broadbent, Linus Roache, Lena Headey
Studio: Hbo Home Video
Category: DVD
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Rating:  61 reviews
Sales Rank: 40240
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Letterboxed, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: Unrated
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 96 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.6 x 0.6
MPN: HBOD91898D
ISBN: 0783120575
UPC: 026359189821
EAN: 9780783120577
ASIN: B00007L4OF
Theatrical Release Date: April 27, 2002
Release Date: February 4, 2003
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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A remarkable cast lends emotional richness to The Gathering Storm, an HBO movie about the life of Winston Churchill just prior to the onset of World War II. Faced with bankruptcy, his career in decline, Churchill (Albert Finney) is beset with depression until the impending danger of German rearmament--along with the British government's reluctance to recognize the threat of Hitler--gives him a cause that brings him back to energetic life. The movie focuses as much on the enduring relationship between Churchill and his wife, Clementine (Vanessa Redgrave), as his political struggles. But though The Gathering Storm clearly admires Churchill, it also acknowledges his tyrannical personality and astonishing ego, turning what could be a puff piece into a well-rounded and moving portrait. The truly topnotch cast includes Derek Jacobi, Jim Broadbent, Tom Wilkinson, Linus Roache, and Lena Headey, all of whom turn in superb performances. --Bret Fetzer
Product Description
The 1930s find great politician & orator winston churchill out of favor & struggling to make his voice heard by the english people. Wrestling with personal demons - depression the loss the loss of forutne & the temporary absence of his wife - a lonely & defiantchurchill attempts to warn the world of hitler. Studio: Hbo Home Video Release Date: 02/08/2005 Starring: Albert Finney Jim Broadbent Run time: 96 minutes Rating: Nr
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 The Gathering Storm February 6, 2010
P. Hill (Virginia USA)
Excellent portrayal of Churchill's life during the days right before the start of the war. The actor looked like Churchill and had his voice down perfect.
Superb historical drama December 21, 2009
Peter Silverman (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA)
A brilliant re-creation of Churchill's political career in the 1930s, leading up to his appointment as First Lord of the Admiralty in September, 1939. It's both a political and psychological study; the performances by Albert Finney and Vanessa Redgrave are superb.
A film with dialog. November 23, 2009
Samantha (CA)
My husband and I watched this and really enjoyed a movie with great acting and historical background. No car chases, nothing blowing up and dialog throughout instead of 2 hours of special effects and 5 minutes of stupid dialog.
This movie is all about the acting October 28, 2009
D. Braswell (Waco, GA)
This movie is great because of the acting. I know that probably seems like the most retarded statement ever written, but Albert Finney and Vanessa Redgrave make this movie magical. They are two very gifted actors, probably the understatement of the century, that have the ability to enthrall their audiences. I never once during this movie found myself thinking, " Is this historically accurate?" Also, the musical score is outstanding. For me it was reminiscent of Nino Rota's work, very stirring and emotive.
Give Me More!! October 16, 2009
G. Devereux
This is a masterpiece that makes history come alive, delves into the personal and professional life of a great man who was the central figure in the allies' defeat of Germany. Great for history buffs or anyone who loves a great and true story. Wonderfully cast! My only disappointment is that they have not continued this in a series following Churchill's memoirs.
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