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I had not seen “The Long Ships” since it was released theatrically 40 years ago–yet it left a lasting impression. Of course, I am happy that Columbia has issued this stunning DVD–wide-screen, shapely colour–it is a treat to observe at!
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I consider some of the negative reviews must near from people who took this movie far too seriously. What we have here is generous, venerable “hokum”–the actors knew it–the director knew it–so lighten up, and devour this rousing, spirited adventure.
I’m distinct that Widmark and Poitier realised that they were not going to catch Oscars for this movie–but sometimes even the best actors like to do things that are fun! I suspect that Widmark was in his 40s, yet like that other famed “viking”–Kirk Douglas–he obviously stayed in shape, and acquits himself well in the action scenes. Mr. Poitier must have had a ball, wearing an exclusive wig, and flowing “Moorish” robes.
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Movie buffs will study many familiar faces in this one, although–in a number of cases–they may not be so apparent at first. Terrific character actor, Lionel Jeffries, with heavy make-up and a top-knot, is the eunuch guarding the harem ( not too well! ) –his purpose is clearly humorous relief. Stalwart British actors, David Lodge and Edward Judd, are “on board” as thick-bearded vikings. Another viking is played by that quintessential Scotsman, Gordon Jackson–I deny some Scots might have travelled to Norway? Clifford Evans ( on leave from Hammer Films? ) is dignified as the viking king. Russ Tamblyn, always an acrobatic, athletic force, has his moments as the younger viking brother. Rossana Shiaffino and Beba Loncar are glorious women–but that’s all. Finally, the award for incredible over-acting goes to Oscar Homolka, as Widmark’s ( and Tamblyn’s ) father–his “drunken” scene at the mandatory “viking orgy” is quite surreal!
There are a number of memorable scenes, and I agree with other reviewers about the “Mare of Steel”–in 40 years, I never forgot it. You will not forget the unpleasant “guinea pig” selected for a demonstration of this lethal diagram. Will Mr. Widmark be next? Commence chewing those finger nails!
One slight criticism–as I mentioned, Columbia has done a stunning job of presenting this film in all of it’s colourful glory. However, someone in the “proof-reading” department really blew it. On the mask of the DVD case, the two stars’ names are at the top–Mr. Poitier’s name is spelled incorrectly. He is only one of the biggest stars in the history of film–so this glitch is uncomfortable.
Anyway–for history scholars and lovers of authenticity–stay away. For the rest of us who like pure entertainment, “The Long Ships” is an inviting voyage!
A very murky footnote, dated 27 March 2008–Mr. Richard Widmark has passed away at 93, after a long illness. One of the finest actors of his generation, he impressed movie fans with many aesthetic performances–another large star gone.
A chronicle of long ships and big men. The long ship: one especially constructed as King Harald’s funeral ship. The hero: Richard Widmark, a ne’er-do-well as crafty as Odysseus. His father: Krok, a enormous beer-swilling thane, builder of the long ship. King Harald dupes Krok, paying him a mere two gold pieces for his two years of grief. So Rolf (RW) and his brother Orm believe it splendid to consume the long ship to search for a legendary golden bell, “as gargantuan as three substantial men” to recoup their fortunes. To guard against reprisals against their family while they are absent, Rolf and Orm also kidnap the king’s delicate daughter. Thereby is the stage situation for the search for the bell, the pursuit by the king, and the enthralling clash with the Moors, led by Sidney Poitier. If you like action and adventure, you must stare this movie!
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